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BF12 JFZ

2012 Chevrolet Captiva

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,755 mi
Last recorded99,755 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Captiva66,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 JFZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelCaptiva
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2026 99,755 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 88,224 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 76,717 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2024 76,263 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2023 72,811 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 62,021 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 53,350 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 47,466 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 47,454 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both sides. (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides. Inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2019 36,407 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 28,264 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 26,442 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 21,092 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 16,404 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Captiva?

Based on 171,288 MOT tests across 11,897 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
7,121
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
11,897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,000
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,987
Stop lamp not working 2,441
Registration plate lamp not working 2,263
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 2,095
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BF12 JFZ is a 2012 Chevrolet Captiva in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Chevrolet Captiva models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 66,014 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 Captiva fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 3,000 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF12 JFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Captiva typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Chevrolet Captiva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF12 JFZ registered?

BF12 JFZ is a 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is BF12 JFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 JFZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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