Chevrolet Orlando (2012)
2012 Chevrolet Orlando
CarHunch analysed 2,593 real MOT records for the 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Chevrolet Orlando passes its MOT only 73.5% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, and over half of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a serious red flag for a family car. Petrol and diesel versions perform almost identically (74.0% and 73.2% pass rates respectively), so fuel type won't improve your odds.
These Orlandos are running at modest mileage for their age (median 63,959 miles), yet they're still racking up an average of 3.73 failures and 17.8 advisories per test, suggesting systemic weak spots rather than just wear-and-tear. Before committing to one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the common failure patterns—likely suspension, braking, and emissions components—because this model demands higher vigilance than most 2012s.
What to check before buying a 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
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.
- ⚠️ 50.8% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (58%) | 1,495 | 73.2% | 3.81 |
| Petrol (42%) | 1,096 | 74% | 3.63 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 75% | 3.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando vehicles fall between 50,360 and 79,364 miles.
2012 Chevrolet Orlando — Still on the Road
1,425 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 58% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
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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130.7%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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60.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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59.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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37.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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32.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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31.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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31.4%
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken
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27%
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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