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J2 FBY

2012 Chevrolet Captiva

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,304 mi
Last recorded79,304 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Captiva66,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 FBY
MakeChevrolet
ModelCaptiva
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 79,304 miles

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both track rod end boots (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear additional seat belts in boot area not checked additional seats folded and covered

Pass 9 Dec 2024 77,446 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 75,027 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 72,641 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 70,394 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 68,017 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 66,264 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 62,529 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 59,574 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bolt on bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bolt on bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak o,s of engine ()

Pass 1 Dec 2016 55,087 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 50,277 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 44,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Feb 2015 44,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Captiva?

Based on 171,288 MOT tests across 11,897 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
7,121
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
11,897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,000
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,987
Stop lamp not working 2,441
Registration plate lamp not working 2,263
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 2,095
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J2 FBY is a 2012 Chevrolet Captiva in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Chevrolet Captiva models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 66,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Captiva fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 3,000 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J2 FBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Captiva typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Chevrolet Captiva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J2 FBY registered?

J2 FBY is a 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is J2 FBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 FBY 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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