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GU61 VPP

2011 Chevrolet Cruze

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,403 mi
Last recorded65,403 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Cruze52,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 VPP
MakeChevrolet
ModelCruze
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 65,403 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 62,890 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack end leaking slightly (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 28 May 2024 62,890 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack end leaking slightly (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 58,619 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 May 2022 56,467 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 May 2022 56,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2021 49,252 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 45,081 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 45,080 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 40,536 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 35,972 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 35,972 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 29,552 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 24,386 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 21,674 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 21,674 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 18,962 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 18,962 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Cruze?

Based on 106,688 MOT tests across 8,466 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
6,221
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
8,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 2,162
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,391
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,181
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 904
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GU61 VPP is a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 Chevrolet Cruze models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 52,694 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 Cruze fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 2,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU61 VPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Cruze typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Chevrolet Cruze is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU61 VPP registered?

GU61 VPP is a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is GU61 VPP safe to buy?

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