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LT12 FOF

2012 Chevrolet Cruze

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

143,961 mi
Last recorded143,961 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Cruze55,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT12 FOF
MakeChevrolet
ModelCruze
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 143,961 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel filler neck corroded

General corrosion under vehicle

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill dented (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill dented (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Bottle (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both, NSR & OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both, NS & OS (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 143,961 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi to centre (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel filler neck corroded

General corrosion under vehicle

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill dented (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

No coolant in bottle, Cap broken

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill dented (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Bottle (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both, NSR & OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both, NS & OS (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 141,152 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 139,274 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 139,271 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 135,943 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 135,943 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 42%**brake disc slightly worn & overheating ** (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 129,072 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 129,042 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 121,345 miles

Nearside sill damaged

Fail 30 Jan 2020 121,345 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside sill damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 104,791 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 71,805 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 48,172 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 41,962 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 41,962 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Fail 10 Mar 2015 34,145 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 34,145 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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LT12 FOF is a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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

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 LT12 FOF, 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.

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LT12 FOF is a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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