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BL61 UTU

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Blue Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

27,752 mi
Last recorded27,752 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL61 UTU
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 27,752 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 26,946 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2025 26,946 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2024 26,204 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer washer jet inop

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 25,395 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Track rod end (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Track rod end (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes that go above fuel tank corroded. both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 25,395 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Track rod end (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Track rod end (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes that go above fuel tank corroded. both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 24,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 25,867 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 25,867 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 23,315 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 21,791 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2019 21,785 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 20,643 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 20,643 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 19,052 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 16,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 13,214 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

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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BL61 UTU is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Blue with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BL61 UTU, 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 BL61 UTU registered?

BL61 UTU is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is BL61 UTU safe to buy?

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