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BJ12 DNU

2012 Chevrolet Cruze

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,713 mi
Last recorded42,713 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Cruze55,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 DNU
MakeChevrolet
ModelCruze
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 42,713 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 41,514 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 39,440 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 38,120 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 35,903 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))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 33,478 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 31,858 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 28,992 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 25,674 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 25,674 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 22,009 miles

Rear tyres cracked

Pass 14 Jun 2016 18,296 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 13,741 miles

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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BJ12 DNU 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 92.3%.

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 BJ12 DNU, 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 BJ12 DNU registered?

BJ12 DNU is a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, first registered on 11 July 2012.

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The MOT history for BJ12 DNU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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