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LM12 HTF

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

90,001 mi
Last recorded90,001 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 HTF
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 90,001 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 85,497 miles

Central Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 71,189 miles

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

off side rear brake slight bind

Fail 12 Nov 2019 71,189 miles

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

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

off side rear brake slight bind

Pass 24 Aug 2018 67,020 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped, corroding, & heat spots (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2018 66,981 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped, corroding, & heat spots (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2017 59,710 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 50,231 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 50,231 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 48,476 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 48,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LM12 HTF is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LM12 HTF, 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 LM12 HTF registered?

LM12 HTF is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is LM12 HTF safe to buy?

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