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HV12 ZHE

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,128 mi
Last recorded46,128 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 ZHE
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 46,128 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 42,525 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 39,152 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 36,135 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 33,090 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 29,954 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 27,270 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 27,270 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 23,970 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 20,539 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 15,855 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 12,110 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 7,952 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 ZHE is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HV12 ZHE, 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 HV12 ZHE registered?

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

Is HV12 ZHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV12 ZHE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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