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LM12 VZW

2012 Chevrolet Spark

White Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

71,313 mi
Last recorded71,313 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 VZW
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 71,313 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 71,312 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 68,826 miles

Front Body not fully secure BUMPER /FRONT DAMAGED/INSECURE (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 68,826 miles

Front Body not fully secure BUMPER /FRONT DAMAGED/INSECURE (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 65,022 miles

BODY DAMAGE FRONT

Fail 29 Oct 2021 65,021 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

BODY DAMAGE FRONT

Pass 2 Nov 2020 58,228 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 58,225 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 50,355 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 46,696 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Pass 25 Apr 2017 40,715 miles

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

Nearside Rear slight bind from brakes

Fail 25 Apr 2017 40,715 miles

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

Nearside Rear slight bind from brakes

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2016 35,883 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

n/s wiper starting to smear

slight bind on n/s/r wheel

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt slight fluffing (5.2.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack has slight weep (2.3.3b)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 30 May 2016 35,883 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt slight fluffing (5.2.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack has slight weep (2.3.3b)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

both rear tyres starting to perish

n/s wiper starting to smear

slight bind on n/s/r wheel

Pass 1 May 2015 30,316 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 May 2015 30,316 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 VZW is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in White with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 VZW, 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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LM12 VZW is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 2 May 2012.

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