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BV62 KYU

2012 Chrysler Ypsilon

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,443 mi
Last recorded74,443 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon46,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 KYU
MakeChrysler
ModelYpsilon
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 74,443 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2026 74,443 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 69,046 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 65,065 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 62,614 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 62,608 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 60,520 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 52,980 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 51,159 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 44,651 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 16 Oct 2017 35,251 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 29,640 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 21,253 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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BV62 KYU is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV62 KYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV62 KYU registered?

BV62 KYU is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is BV62 KYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 KYU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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