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GF13 DYC

2013 Chevrolet Spark

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,983 mi
Last recorded98,983 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Chevrolet Spark47,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF13 DYC
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 98,983 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2025 98,979 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2024 91,653 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 84,347 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2023 84,347 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 77,622 miles

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Dec 2022 77,622 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 70,114 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 70,113 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 63,935 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 58,500 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 55,739 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 47,193 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 37,895 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 28,153 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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GF13 DYC is a 2013 Chevrolet Spark in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Chevrolet Spark models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 47,576 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 GF13 DYC, 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 13 years old, this Chevrolet Spark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF13 DYC registered?

GF13 DYC is a 2013 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is GF13 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF13 DYC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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