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SH61 VLO

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Silver Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,374 mi
Last recorded73,374 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH61 VLO
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 73,374 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

sump badly corroded and slightly leaking

Pass 18 Aug 2020 60,321 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 45,705 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 45,705 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 30,037 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 27,304 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 22,631 miles

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

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

Offside Front strut has slight lift at mount

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 16,743 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 11,836 miles

offside front tyre worn on outside edge

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 VLO is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Silver with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SH61 VLO, 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 SH61 VLO registered?

SH61 VLO is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 15 November 2011.

Is SH61 VLO safe to buy?

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