2013 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · BK13 TVP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 75,596 miles, this followed a significant failure just two months prior. The trend shows a high frequency of mechanical and electrical failures, particularly regarding suspension and lighting, which indicates that deteriorating components are neglected. The immediate pass following multiple failures suggests that the owner only addresses defects when forced to do so by the MOT tester. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 75,596 miles is low, averaging approximately 5,815 miles per year. However, the data shows a recent burst of usage, with 7,472 miles covered between January 2025 and February 2026. This rapid accumulation, combined with reports of perishing and cracking tyres in the January 2026 test, suggests the car may have sat stationary for long periods previously, leading to degradation of rubber components, bushes, and fluid seals despite the low total distance driven. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension and the exhaust system with great scrutiny. The January 2026 failure flagged a fractured offside front coil spring and excessive wear on the Macpherson strut top bush, while the track rod end dust cover was found to be insecure. The exhaust system is a recurring weak point, with a damaged flexible pipe noted in 2025 and a missing mounting bracket in early 2026. Furthermore, the previous supplementary restraint system warning lamp failure in early 2026 is a critical safety concern that must be verified to ensure the airbag system is fully functional and not merely cleared of a fault code.