Chevrolet Aveo (2014)
2014 Chevrolet Aveo
CarHunch analysed 140 real MOT records for the 2014 Chevrolet Aveo. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Chevrolet Aveo's first-time MOT pass rate of 78.2% sits slightly below the UK average of 80%, which is a minor concern—but the real red flag is that 30% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, nearly 50% higher than typical. This suggests buyers should budget for potential safety-critical repairs and have any used example thoroughly inspected before purchase.
At 44,980 miles average for a 10-year-old car, these Aveos show relatively gentle use, yet they're averaging 2.66 failures and 15.3 advisories per test, indicating that age and wear are catching up faster than mileage alone would suggest. Prioritise a pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake and suspension components, and expect to address multiple minor issues within the first year of ownership.
What to check before buying a 2014 Chevrolet Aveo
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 30% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (89%) | 124 | 78.5% | 2.61 |
| Diesel (11%) | 16 | 76.5% | 3.06 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles fall between 28,091 and 56,170 miles.
2014 Chevrolet Aveo — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 113 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 83% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Chevrolet Aveo
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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81.9%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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58.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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57.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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51.9%
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken
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40.6%
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken
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35.7%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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32.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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32%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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