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VU61 ZZG

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

35,430 mi
Last recorded35,430 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 ZZG
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 35,430 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Dec 2024 34,339 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 34,336 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 29,597 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 29,502 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 24,650 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2022 24,650 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 20,015 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))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 16,811 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 14,022 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 14,022 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 8,526 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 8,476 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 8,476 miles

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

Nearside Rear not checked due to wheel binding

Pass 25 Sep 2017 8,417 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 7,325 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 6,202 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 4,655 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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VU61 ZZG is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2011 Chevrolet Spark models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 48,107 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VU61 ZZG, 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 VU61 ZZG registered?

VU61 ZZG is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is VU61 ZZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU61 ZZG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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