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Chevrolet Cruze

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS12 FTAMOT history

LS12 FTA is a grey petrol Chevrolet Cruze first used on 12 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 161,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
161,836 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 FTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Cruze
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 FTA was last recorded at 161,836 miles on 15 May 2026, 10,969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,867 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,969 miles
Average per year
11,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,836 miles
  • 2025 – 150,867 miles
  • 2024 – 139,418 miles
  • 2023 – 132,481 miles
  • 2022 – 123,951 miles
  • 2021 – 112,860 miles
  • 2020 – 104,609 miles
  • 2019 – 89,206 miles
  • 2018 – 73,055 miles
  • 2017 – 58,871 miles
  • 2016 – 47,021 miles
  • 2015 – 37,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,836 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Handbrake lever has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,836 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    161,836 miles
    Test number
    526790393794
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail161,836 miles (+10,969)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,836 miles
    Test number
    393418672627
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass150,867 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    150,867 miles
    Test number
    684157787045
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  4. Fail150,867 miles (+11,449)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,867 miles
    Test number
    776937800416
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  5. Pass139,418 miles (+6,937)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    139,418 miles
    Test number
    292364421335
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively also corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,481 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    132,481 miles
    Test number
    648096419850
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail132,481 miles (+8,530)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,481 miles
    Test number
    114130359795
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass123,951 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,951 miles
    Test number
    626746488856
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail123,951 miles (+11,091)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,951 miles
    Test number
    271932301789
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass112,860 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,860 miles
    Test number
    649125333419
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective both front mountings split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail112,860 miles (+8,251)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,860 miles
    Test number
    858481184580
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective both front mountings split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass104,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    104,609 miles
    Test number
    341545693358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,609 miles (+15,403)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,609 miles
    Test number
    758292894349
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  14. Pass89,206 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,206 miles
    Test number
    905562060021
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing unevenly.

  15. Fail89,206 miles (+16,151)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,206 miles
    Test number
    543878414389
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing unevenly.

  16. Pass73,055 miles (+14,184)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,055 miles
    Test number
    296652292317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,871 miles
    Test number
    686677720124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,871 miles (+11,850)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,871 miles
    Test number
    853775095759
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  19. Pass47,021 miles (+9,275)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,021 miles
    Test number
    990013022558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,746 miles
    Test number
    308730475001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,746 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,746 miles
    Test number
    409890075064
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LS12 FTA

Does LS12 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 FTA is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 FTA?
The MOT on LS12 FTA is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 FTA done?
LS12 FTA was recorded at 161,836 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 11,101 miles a year.
Has LS12 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 FTA has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 FTA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS12 FTA find?
LS12 FTA passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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