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SM62 BCY

2012 Chevrolet Aveo

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,802 mi
Last recorded48,802 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Aveo51,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 BCY
MakeChevrolet
ModelAveo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 48,802 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened FR & REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 48,495 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi and back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 36,856 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre worn on edges also cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre worn on edges also cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 29,739 miles

Offside Front top suspension mounting worn

Pass 5 Jul 2023 24,619 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 23,585 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 22,735 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Oct 2020 21,875 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Oct 2019 21,009 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 19,051 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 16,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre at 3mm(1.4mm useable tread)

offside rear tyre perished in tread area

Pass 18 Oct 2016 12,183 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 9,616 miles

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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SM62 BCY is a 2012 Chevrolet Aveo in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM62 BCY, 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 SM62 BCY registered?

SM62 BCY is a 2012 Chevrolet Aveo, first registered on 24 October 2012.

Is SM62 BCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 BCY 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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