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CK12 SWU

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,216 mi
Last recorded45,216 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK12 SWU
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 45,216 miles

slight imbalance rear brakes

Pass 18 Feb 2025 34,922 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 25,659 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 25,596 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front front suspension unit corroding

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2024 25,596 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front front suspension unit corroding

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 25,563 miles

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

Front slight corrosion to suspension unit & subframe

Pass 22 Jan 2021 25,508 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 25,290 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 25,290 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 24,737 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 24,242 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroding (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroding (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Dec 2016 24,242 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroding (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroding (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 23,937 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Jul 2015 23,937 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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CK12 SWU is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CK12 SWU, 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 CK12 SWU registered?

CK12 SWU is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is CK12 SWU safe to buy?

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