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HV12 MKK

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Black Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

50,095 mi
Last recorded50,095 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 MKK
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 50,095 miles

All steering & suspension components are corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S Also have a lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S & O/S Perishing & cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel noisy when rotated

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

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

Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S Brake drum back plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 50,095 miles

All steering & suspension components are corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S Also have a lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S & O/S Perishing & cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel noisy when rotated

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

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S Brake drum back plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 49,269 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S & O/S Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear suspension components are corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2024 46,025 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 42,084 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2023 42,084 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 38,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2.5 mm on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2 mm on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 35,890 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 32,843 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 32,843 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 29,548 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 29,548 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 27,644 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 27,644 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Rear slight rear brake binding

Pass 15 Mar 2017 24,865 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 24,865 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 22,188 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 22,188 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 17,037 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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HV12 MKK is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Black with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 HV12 MKK, 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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HV12 MKK is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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