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RV11 YYJ

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,222 mi
Last recorded33,222 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV11 YYJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 33,222 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 31,935 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 31,652 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 31,365 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 30,619 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 30,270 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 29,790 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil overfilled

Fail 29 Jun 2019 29,790 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

engine oil overfilled

Pass 2 Jul 2018 28,961 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 28,961 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2017 26,929 miles

Slight bind to rear brakes

Pass 26 Jun 2016 22,538 miles

offside rear brake grabbing slightly

Fail 5 Jul 2015 18,823 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2015 18,823 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 15,445 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 15,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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RV11 YYJ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RV11 YYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV11 YYJ registered?

RV11 YYJ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 19 July 2011.

Is RV11 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV11 YYJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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