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WV12 HVB

2012 Chrysler Ypsilon

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,151 mi
Last recorded83,151 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon46,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 HVB
MakeChrysler
ModelYpsilon
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 83,151 miles

Both rear bump stops broken

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 8 Apr 2026 83,151 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both rear bump stops broken

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 77,756 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear both rear bump stops loose

Undertrays etc fitted restricting inspection

Fail 28 Mar 2025 77,756 miles

Nearside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested tyre flat (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear both rear bump stops loose

Undertrays etc fitted restricting inspection

Pass 5 Apr 2024 73,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged damage to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 MM and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 MM and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leaking from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 68,710 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 62,028 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 48,834 miles

SHAFT-GEARBOX LEAKING

Pass 11 Jun 2020 43,908 miles

Rear exhaust outer skin in poor condition

Fail 11 Jun 2020 43,908 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust outer skin in poor condition

Pass 8 Apr 2019 35,297 miles

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough suspect shock absorber upper bearing slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2018 27,474 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 27,474 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 21,812 miles

Front slight roughness in upper suspension mounts

rear exhaust system detoriated

Fail 5 Apr 2017 21,811 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front slight roughness in upper suspension mounts

rear exhaust system detoriated

Pass 1 May 2015 12,655 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Ypsilon?

Based on 71,515 MOT tests across 5,676 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
4,637
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
5,676
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 1,162
coil spring broken 432
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WV12 HVB is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 46,134 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 Chrysler Ypsilon fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 1,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV12 HVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was WV12 HVB registered?

WV12 HVB is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon, first registered on 27 April 2012.

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