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PJ61 YMZ

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Blue Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

96,875 mi
Last recorded96,875 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ61 YMZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 96,875 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front at rear ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 93,858 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 91,465 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front at rear ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 89,000 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 86,817 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 85,334 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 81,121 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 77,265 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 75,566 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 75,566 miles

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

Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 69,802 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 58,489 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 46,978 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

item removed from drivers view

slight oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 33,369 miles

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)

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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PJ61 YMZ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Blue with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Chevrolet Spark models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 48,107 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 PJ61 YMZ, 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 15 years old, this Chevrolet Spark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PJ61 YMZ registered?

PJ61 YMZ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is PJ61 YMZ safe to buy?

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