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SH61 JNZ

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Green Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,593 mi
Last recorded65,593 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH61 JNZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 65,593 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 63,923 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 65,331 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 65,330 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel x2 (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2022 61,262 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 61,262 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 29,348 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 59,348 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 57,093 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 54,588 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 50,979 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 47,922 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 40,776 miles

BOTH rear tyres slightly perished

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2015 31,915 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 23,780 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 23,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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SH61 JNZ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Green with a 1,206cc 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 SH61 JNZ, 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

How do I check the history of SH61 JNZ?

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What year was SH61 JNZ registered?

SH61 JNZ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is SH61 JNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH61 JNZ 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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