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SP61 WMJ

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

91,100 mi
Last recorded91,100 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP61 WMJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 91,100 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 82,813 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

bonnet pull broken but can be opened

Pass 17 Nov 2018 78,589 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2018 78,589 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 69,376 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2017 69,376 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 58,859 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

drivers blade torn although still clearing screen

front exhaust mount broken although system still secure

Fail 29 Oct 2016 58,859 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front 155/80/13 (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear on 2mm 155/80/13 (4.1.E.1)

drivers blade torn although still clearing screen

due to front tyre wear alignment check advised

front exhaust mount broken although system still secure

Pass 31 Oct 2015 47,270 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner shoulder 155/80/13

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed drivers (5.2.2b)

both rear tyres cracked but no cords exposed

Fail 31 Oct 2015 47,270 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner shoulder 155/80/13

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed drivers (5.2.2b)

both rear tyres cracked but no cords exposed

Pass 25 Oct 2014 35,274 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 35,274 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 WMJ is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 WMJ, 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 WMJ registered?

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

Is SP61 WMJ safe to buy?

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