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SM61 VRK

2012 Chevrolet Orlando

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,101 mi
Last recorded81,101 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Orlando59,880 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 VRK
MakeChevrolet
ModelOrlando
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 81,101 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system is corroded & flexi joint cracked

Front under tray fitted unable to see subframe

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipes ()

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner sills & subframe mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear beam axle is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Tow bar & fixings corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 71,188 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs worn inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 70,554 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Handbrake has long travel before it works (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs worn inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 69,549 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding both rears (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 58,302 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 55,432 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

exhaust system rusty

Fail 9 Jan 2023 55,431 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

exhaust system rusty

Pass 11 Jan 2022 52,649 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge slightly worn.tyre still 4 mil (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively callipers hand brake lever slightly sticking (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 50,005 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 48,097 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly caliper handbrake levers (1.3.1 (c))

Rear wiper torn

Pass 28 Dec 2018 40,515 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 35,714 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 29,650 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 24,467 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 19,638 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Orlando?

Based on 77,786 MOT tests across 5,698 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
7,099
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
5,698
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 1,069
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,059
Registration plate lamp not working 892
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 889
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 805
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SM61 VRK is a 2012 Chevrolet Orlando in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Chevrolet Orlando models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 59,880 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Orlando fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 1,069 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM61 VRK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was SM61 VRK registered?

SM61 VRK is a 2012 Chevrolet Orlando, first registered on 23 January 2012.

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