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HX12 NRY

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Silver Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,258 mi
Last recorded72,258 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX12 NRY
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 72,258 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides - top mounts (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 70,542 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 68,409 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2024 68,408 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 66,104 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 63,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 61,927 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 60,218 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 60,217 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 58,858 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 58,857 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake lagging in operation uneven application (1.2.1 (d))

29% imbalance on rear brakes

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 57,050 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 45,127 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 45,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 32,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3-4 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 21,605 miles

Brakes ; imbalance on parking brakes when tested together

Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Wheel nuts covered

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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HX12 NRY is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Silver 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 HX12 NRY, 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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HX12 NRY is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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