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AK12 YJM

2012 Chevrolet Aveo

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,416 mi
Last recorded91,416 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Aveo51,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 YJM
MakeChevrolet
ModelAveo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 91,416 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 90,802 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 90,802 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 88,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in treads nearly to cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in treads and worn nearly bald on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate. (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 84,372 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 9 Jan 2023 84,367 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 81,034 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener from interior mirror ()

Pass 13 Jan 2021 77,368 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 73,252 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 63,231 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener from interior mirror. ()

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass broken ()

Fail 7 Jan 2019 63,231 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener from interior mirror. ()

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass broken ()

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 53,808 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 42,702 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 29,485 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 19,201 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Aveo?

Based on 241,765 MOT tests across 16,397 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
4,693
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
16,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,014
Stop lamp not working 3,430
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,383
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,808
Registration plate lamp not working 2,373
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AK12 YJM is a 2012 Chevrolet Aveo in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Chevrolet Aveo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 51,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Aveo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,014 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK12 YJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Aveo typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Chevrolet Aveo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK12 YJM registered?

AK12 YJM is a 2012 Chevrolet Aveo, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AK12 YJM safe to buy?

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