2013 Chevrolet Orlando 2.0L Diesel · YR13 YRW

The 2013 Chevrolet Orlando has a recent MOT history showing a mix of passes and failures, with the most recent test on 2025-09-30 recording a pass at 76,599 miles. However, a failure occurred just four days earlier on 2025-09-26, with the same mileage (76,587 miles) suggesting minimal use between tests. This proximity raises questions about whether the vehicle was driven enough to test its systems properly or if it was stored for extended periods. The recurring issues include oil leaks (classified as non-excessive) and brake disc wear (pitted or scored but not seriously weakened). These were noted in multiple tests from 2024 to 2025, indicating a persistent but not immediately critical problem. However, the 2025-09-26 failure introduced more severe defects : fractured coil springs on both the nearside and offside rear axles, a split constant velocity boot on the offside inner drive shaft, and a non-functional registration plate lamp. These suggest potential structural or drivetrain weaknesses that could compromise safety and reliability. The trend shows a worsening condition . While the 2023-09-27 MOT was clean, subsequent tests from 2024 onward reveal increasing mechanical concerns. The 2025 failure included multiple critical issues absent in earlier reports, such as broken coil springs and a damaged CV boot.