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AK12 NHU

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Green Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,713 mi
Last recorded40,713 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 NHU
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 40,713 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 40,712 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 39,344 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both N/S and O/S Front to rears ( at rear joints) Corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 38,154 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 35,813 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 32,837 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 29,978 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 27,340 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 27,340 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres cracking at edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing low on inner edges. 165/60-15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 23,776 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres becoming perished and cracking. 165/60-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 23,776 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres becoming perished and cracking. 165/60-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 19,554 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 15,360 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 10,837 miles

All four tyres are perished on the outer walls.

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 7,117 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 6,496 miles

Slight perishing to all tyres

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Spark?

Based on 273,626 MOT tests across 19,123 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,320
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
19,123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,137
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,118
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AK12 NHU is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Green with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Chevrolet Spark models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 49,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Spark fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK12 NHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Spark typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Chevrolet Spark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK12 NHU registered?

AK12 NHU is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 29 April 2012.

Is AK12 NHU safe to buy?

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