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GU62 VWV

2012 Chevrolet Spark

White Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,878 mi
Last recorded39,878 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 VWV
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 39,878 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2026 39,878 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 38,596 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 38,585 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 37,582 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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 16 Jan 2023 36,581 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 34,308 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 32,714 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 32,702 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 31,044 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 28,766 miles

wear on outer edge of tread on nearside front Tyre

Pass 18 Jan 2018 26,642 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 24,022 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 24,021 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 20,771 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 18,761 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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GU62 VWV is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in White with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU62 VWV, 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 GU62 VWV registered?

GU62 VWV is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is GU62 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 VWV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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