2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1.4L Petrol · YX09 VAM
2009 Chevrolet Aveo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 09/04/2009. Recorded mileage 90,643 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/05/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,643 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1399cc
YX09 VAM Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2022
- 90,643 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Chevrolet Aveo
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
YX09 VAM Mileage History
- 11/05/202290,636 mi
- 19/05/202290,643 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 326 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
YX09 VAM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (YX09 VAM) between May 2022 and May 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 May 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring (1.6 (e))”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET AVEO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- EGR Valve and Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The engine management system frequently throws codes for EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) or oxygen sensors, often caused by soot buildup.
- Clutch and Gear Linkage Wear(Moderate)
The manual gearshift linkage can become vague and floppy as the cables and bushes wear. The clutch pedal pivot can also weaken, leading to difficulty selecting gears.
- Coil Spring and Suspension Wear(Moderate)
Front coil springs can snap, and suspension bushes and drop links wear prematurely on UK roads, causing knocks and vague handling.