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EX12 TVZ

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

49,897 mi
Last recorded49,897 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 TVZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2023 49,897 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2023 49,897 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 45,161 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 45,160 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 39,921 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 35,489 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 32,278 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Mar 2018 30,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Mar 2018 30,272 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front wing has damage,but no sharp edges

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front wing has damage,but no sharp edges

Offside Rear tyre perished

oil level low

Pass 20 Feb 2017 20,942 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 20,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 13,595 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 13,595 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 8,526 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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EX12 TVZ is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 EX12 TVZ, 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 EX12 TVZ registered?

EX12 TVZ is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is EX12 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 TVZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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