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EX62 WLJ

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Black Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,515 mi
Last recorded85,515 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 WLJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 85,515 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2024 85,514 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 79,865 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front + perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 73,613 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 61,826 miles

Exhaust mounting defective flexi pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak from back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 55,416 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 47,204 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 38,048 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 28,967 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 22,529 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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EX62 WLJ is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Black with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EX62 WLJ, 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 EX62 WLJ registered?

EX62 WLJ is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is EX62 WLJ safe to buy?

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