Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 Chrysler Delta?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2012 Chrysler Delta?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2012 Chrysler Delta?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2012 Chrysler Delta vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

55% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2012 Chrysler Delta reliable?

Based on MOT data from 607 vehicles, the 2012 Chrysler Delta has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2012 Chrysler Delta?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2012 Chrysler Delta are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (54.5% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (51.2% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (51.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2012 Chrysler Delta?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Chrysler Delta (2012)

607 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.6% first-time pass rate

2012 Chrysler Delta

CarHunch analysed 607 real MOT records for the 2012 Chrysler Delta. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2012 Chrysler Delta passes its MOT first time in just 74.6% of cases, sitting noticeably below the UK average of 80%, and a concerning 54.5% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a significant red flag for prospective buyers. Petrol and diesel variants perform similarly poorly, with pass rates of 73.1% and 75.7% respectively, suggesting the reliability issues aren't fuel-type dependent.

These cars are averaging 66,353 miles, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're accumulating 3.53 failures and 21.3 advisories per test, pointing to widespread wear and deteriorating components rather than isolated problems. If you're considering one, factor in regular maintenance costs and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on suspension, braking, and emissions systems—the typical failure categories for ageing Deltas in this condition.

The 2012 Chrysler Delta has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.6% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74.6%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

54.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.53

Over 12.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

68k

Middle half: 55k–82k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 21.3 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 607 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 607 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 54.5%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 51.1%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Brake wear 47.3%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 31.1%

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012.

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Before you buy a 2012 Chrysler Delta

Based on MOT data from 607 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 54.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (58%)	354	75.7%	3.26
Petrol (42%)	253	73.1%	3.9

Colour Breakdown

Based on 886 Chrysler Delta vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 43.7%

387

Black 21%

186

Grey 11.6%

103

Silver 8%

Beige 7.7%

Blue 6.9%

Bronze 0.6%

Red 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2012 Chrysler Delta vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

68,205

typical

54,940

low mileage

82,199

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Chrysler Delta vehicles fall between 54,940 and 82,199 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 54,940 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 54,940–82,199 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Chrysler Deltas sit.

⚠ Over 110,968 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2012 Chrysler Delta — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 61% of 2012 Chrysler Deltas are still active.

355 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 61% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.53

Avg failures per vehicle

21.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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