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AP11 APV

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

134,878 mi
Last recorded134,878 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP11 APV
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 134,878 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 131,939 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 131,928 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 118,435 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 118,435 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 107,249 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2022 107,249 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 101,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounth (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 90,317 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 90,317 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 80,192 miles

both front tyres are getting low on tread

Pass 31 Jul 2018 74,494 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 66,869 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 60,936 miles

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim strong advise offside rear wheel buckled (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2016 60,936 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim strong advise offside rear wheel buckled (4.2.A.1a)

Stop lamp not working both rear (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 56,439 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 40,373 miles

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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AP11 APV is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Chevrolet Spark models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 48,107 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 Spark fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP11 APV, 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 15 years old, this Chevrolet Spark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AP11 APV is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 15 June 2011.

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