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SP61 WLZ

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,501 mi
Last recorded67,501 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP61 WLZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 67,501 miles

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

Nearside Front mirror missing cover

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

Offside Rear wheel no free rotating

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

oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2019 55,322 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 42,737 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2018 42,636 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2017 31,724 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 31,724 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 29,603 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 27,528 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 27,528 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 22,673 miles

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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SP61 WLZ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 SP61 WLZ, 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 SP61 WLZ registered?

SP61 WLZ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is SP61 WLZ safe to buy?

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