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LM12 HVN

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,105 mi
Last recorded62,105 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 HVN
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 62,105 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 58,199 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2024 54,238 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Mar 2024 54,237 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 51,743 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 51,715 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 49,074 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 48,002 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 44,992 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 37,862 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 30,693 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 30,693 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 24,525 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 21,845 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 19,171 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 HVN is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LM12 HVN, 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 HVN registered?

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

Is LM12 HVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM12 HVN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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