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DE12 LWU

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

77,447 mi
Last recorded77,447 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 LWU
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 77,447 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 75,608 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 75,607 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 75,603 miles

Emissions unable to be completed EXHAUST LEAK (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 71,086 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 22 Jun 2023 71,086 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 67,928 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 67,928 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 59,376 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2021 59,376 miles

Central Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2020 54,976 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2020 54,976 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 42,058 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2019 42,058 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working bulb connection (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 28,868 miles

Oil leak oil filter seal ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 28,868 miles

Oil leak oil filter seal ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 15,089 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 7,677 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 5,719 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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DE12 LWU is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 DE12 LWU, 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.

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What year was DE12 LWU registered?

DE12 LWU is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is DE12 LWU safe to buy?

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