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BN12 SZZ

2012 Chevrolet Cruze

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,991 mi
Last recorded102,991 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Cruze55,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 SZZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelCruze
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 102,991 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 92,265 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 80,720 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 68,316 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 60,277 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 52,865 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 52,802 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2020 50,367 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 6 May 2020 50,367 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 47,974 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 May 2018 44,649 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 39,884 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 32,918 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 32,918 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 24,327 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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BN12 SZZ is a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN12 SZZ, 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

How do I check the history of BN12 SZZ?

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What year was BN12 SZZ registered?

BN12 SZZ is a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is BN12 SZZ safe to buy?

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