2010 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · BL10 EWV

The vehicle shows a worsening trend in mechanical condition despite maintaining a current pass status. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 104,857 miles, the record reveals a history of recurring failures across multiple critical systems. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to consecutive failures in 2024 and 2025 indicates that maintenance is only being addressed reactively upon failure rather than through a preventative schedule. At 16 years old with 104,857 miles, the car averages approximately 6,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-use patterns. The data shows steady mileage accumulation, with roughly 9,000 miles driven between July 2024 and July 2025, and another 9,900 miles in the preceding year. However, the low mileage relative to the age has not prevented the degradation of various age-related components, as evidenced by the persistent corrosion on brake lines and worn rubber bushes. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The July 2024 test flagged excessive corrosion on three separate brake pipes, while the 2025 test noted all pipes were covered in grease, which often indicates an attempt to hide surface rust from the tester. Furthermore, the recurring wear on suspension arm pins and bushes noted in 2025 suggests the front end is nearing its functional limit, potentially leading to poor handling or uneven tyre wear. The rear suspension also requires close attention following the fractured offside rear coil spring identified in the July 2025 failure. The history of the nearside rear tyre wearing to the legal limit across three consecutive years suggests a lack of attention to basic consumables or a potential alignment issue causing premature wear. Given the previous major exhaust leak failure recorded in 2024, the buyer should also verify the integrity of the manifold and exhaust system to ensure the repair was comprehensive.