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LM12 HVC

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Silver Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

75,287 mi
Last recorded75,287 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2018
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 HVC
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2018 75,287 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 56,685 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cracking around tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre cracking around tread

Oil leak from area of sump plug

Fail 1 Jun 2017 56,685 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cracking around tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre cracking around tread

Oil leak from area of sump plug

Pass 3 Jun 2016 44,102 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 43,583 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Bonnet on safety catch

Both front appear under-inflated

Both front tyres have no visible tread on edges

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2015 37,441 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 37,441 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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LM12 HVC is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Silver with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HVC, 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 HVC registered?

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

Is LM12 HVC safe to buy?

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