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MOT valid

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CHEVROLET SPARK2013 · 1.0L PETROL

SA13 LWS

Vehicle Insight Summary

2013 CHEVROLET SPARK — PETROL, 995cc. This vehicle has 86,642 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: paid. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT

Valid

Expires 21/05/2027

Tax

Taxed

Expires 01/03/2027

Mileage: 86,642
Fuel: PETROL
Year: 2013
Engine: 995cc

Free vehicle health score

/ 100 · Average

Public record health check: Average.

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✓ Valid MOT

✓ Taxed

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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Locked

Finance

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Write-off

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Salvage

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Imported

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Exported

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Scrapped

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Destruction

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Full MOT History

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2013 Chevrolet Spark (SA13 LWS), we found 5 MOT results in the period of May 2024 to May 2026.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 10 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.

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PASS

FAIL

ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

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Buying Score

55/100

Risk Level

Medium

Est. Annual Cost

£1,200-£1,500

Mileage

86,642 miles is above average for a 13-y...

Our Verdict

This 2013 Chevrolet Spark shows significant corrosion and repeated mechanical issues, making it a cautious purchase unless major repairs are addressed.

Prioritise a thorough inspection of the underbody and chassis for corrosion, which has been flagged multiple times. Check service records for repairs related to wheel bearings, exhaust leaks, and tire maintenance. Negotiate heavily given the history of failures, and consider a professional pre-purchase inspection. Be wary of hidden rust damage, which can be costly to repair.

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