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DV12 UWY

2012 Chrysler Ypsilon

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,806 mi
Last recorded57,806 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon46,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 UWY
MakeChrysler
ModelYpsilon
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 57,806 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2025 57,776 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working all parking. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 54,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 54,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 51,140 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 47,956 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 44,272 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 44,272 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 40,475 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 36,115 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 36,115 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 30,087 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 22,595 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 22,591 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edges (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 17,300 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 14,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Chrysler Ypsilon?

Based on 71,515 MOT tests across 5,676 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
4,637
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
5,676
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 1,162
coil spring broken 432
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DV12 UWY is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,134 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Chrysler Ypsilon fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 1,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV12 UWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Ypsilon typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Chrysler Ypsilon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DV12 UWY registered?

DV12 UWY is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon, first registered on 14 June 2012.

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