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GK12 WPV

2012 Chrysler Ypsilon

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,465 mi
Last recorded44,465 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon46,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 WPV
MakeChrysler
ModelYpsilon
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 44,465 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2025 44,427 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened bearing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess hand brake cable outer (1.1.15 (a))

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2025 44,427 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened bearing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess hand brake cable outer (1.1.15 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 39,574 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 39,505 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Mar 2024 39,497 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear section defective. (6.1.2 (a))

Unable to open bonnet as opening device missing.

Pass 1 Apr 2023 38,286 miles

Rear Wiper defective.

Pass 18 Feb 2022 37,215 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer heavily corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 37,212 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer heavily corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre size - 185/55R15

Pass 5 Feb 2021 30,287 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Fail 4 Feb 2021 30,282 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre repairable ()

rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Pass 19 Feb 2020 27,299 miles

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

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

Rear Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2019 23,904 miles

REAR EXHAUST BOX RUSTED

Pass 14 Feb 2018 22,369 miles

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Fail 14 Feb 2018 22,369 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Feb 2017 21,212 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall cut

Pass 19 Feb 2016 19,250 miles

n/s/f wiper blade not clearing

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall has deep cut

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Offside Front bald inner edge

Pass 20 Feb 2015 15,797 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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GK12 WPV is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GK12 WPV, 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 GK12 WPV registered?

GK12 WPV is a 2012 Chrysler Ypsilon, first registered on 31 March 2012.

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The MOT history for GK12 WPV shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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