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LD12 DXK

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Blue Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,669 mi
Last recorded52,669 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 DXK
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 52,669 miles

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

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 45,350 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 42,158 miles

Rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2022 37,517 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 34,134 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 34,134 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2020 27,590 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 16/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 23,794 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 21,563 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 6 Apr 2017 19,752 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 18,624 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 18,623 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 16,900 miles

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

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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LD12 DXK is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Blue with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LD12 DXK, 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 LD12 DXK registered?

LD12 DXK is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 11 April 2012.

Is LD12 DXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 DXK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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