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FM12 ZHE

2012 Chevrolet Aveo

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

78,034 mi
Last recorded78,034 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Aveo51,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 ZHE
MakeChevrolet
ModelAveo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 78,034 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 70,028 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside front headlamps have beam deflectors fitted (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside front tyres worn close to limit on inner edges, recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear tyre worn close to limit on outer edge, recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight lift detected in strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 70,018 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged/split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside front headlamps have beam deflectors fitted (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside front tyres worn close to limit on inner edges, recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear tyre worn close to limit on outer edge, recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight lift detected in strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 48,505 miles

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2019 48,505 miles

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

Loading door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed fuel cap (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

corrosion to exhaust

engine cover fitted

front brake discs are badly lipped and are worn

Pass 23 Jan 2018 41,942 miles

child seat fitted to o/s/r

diesel smoke emissions reading to low for d/s/m to read or pick up

head light deflectors fitted to both head light lens

Pass 30 Jan 2017 33,716 miles

Both rear starting to crack

Child seat fitted

Engine covers fitted

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front on 3mm also starting to crack (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jan 2017 33,716 miles

Both rear starting to crack

Child seat fitted

Engine covers fitted

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside Both (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working Offside (1.3.2b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front on 3mm also starting to crack (4.1.E.1)

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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FM12 ZHE is a 2012 Chevrolet Aveo in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FM12 ZHE, 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.

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What year was FM12 ZHE registered?

FM12 ZHE is a 2012 Chevrolet Aveo, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is FM12 ZHE safe to buy?

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