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IFZ 7182

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,700 mi
Last recorded53,700 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIFZ 7182
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 53,700 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 53,700 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working stop tail bulb in wrong (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 48,698 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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IFZ 7182 is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 IFZ 7182, 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 IFZ 7182 registered?

IFZ 7182 is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is IFZ 7182 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IFZ 7182 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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