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BD12 KWJ

2012 Chevrolet Cruze

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,599 mi
Last recorded38,599 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Cruze55,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 KWJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelCruze
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 38,599 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 36,112 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 33,428 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 32,423 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2021 31,977 miles

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2020 31,366 miles

Nearside Front tyre has heavy wear on outer tread edges

Offside Front tyre worn on outer tread edges

Pass 17 Sep 2019 31,075 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 31,075 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 27,001 miles

both front tyres cracking on tread

both rear tyres cracking on tread

Pass 25 May 2017 22,120 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 18,815 miles

Nearside Front feathering on outer edge

Pass 27 May 2015 15,921 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 15,921 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Cruze?

Based on 106,688 MOT tests across 8,466 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
6,221
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
8,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 2,162
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,391
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,181
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 904
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BD12 KWJ is a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Chevrolet Cruze models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 55,111 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Cruze fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 2,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD12 KWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Cruze typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Chevrolet Cruze is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD12 KWJ registered?

BD12 KWJ is a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is BD12 KWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 KWJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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