2011 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · DE11 GDU
2011 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 44,847 miles. MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,847 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
DE11 GDU Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT failed on 17/09/2026
- 44,847 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Known faults for Chevrolet Spark
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
DE11 GDU Mileage History
- 26/03/20146,996 mi
- 26/03/20146,996 mi
- 27/03/201511,660 mi+4,664 mi
- 29/03/201616,105 mi+4,445 mi
- 01/04/201616,184 mi+79 mi
- 30/03/201720,177 mi+3,993 mi
- 22/03/201823,821 mi+3,644 mi
- 18/03/201927,379 mi+3,558 mi
- 25/03/202030,247 mi+2,868 mi
- 25/03/202132,919 mi+2,672 mi
- 25/03/202132,919 mi
- 14/03/202235,082 mi+2,163 mi
- 27/03/202337,424 mi+2,342 mi
- 11/09/202440,748 mi+3,324 mi
- 12/09/202440,748 mi
- 09/09/202542,814 mi+2,066 mi
- 10/09/202542,815 mi+1 mi
- 17/09/202644,847 mi+2,032 mi
Average of roughly 3,033 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
DE11 GDU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Chevrolet Spark (DE11 GDU) between March 2014 and September 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 17 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (20 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Windscreen (9 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural ”.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET SPARK
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Coolant Expansion Tank Cracks(Moderate)
The plastic coolant tank can develop hairline cracks, leading to slow coolant loss and potential overheating.
- CVT Transmission Shudder and Hesitation(Serious)
The CVT automatic transmission develops shuddering during acceleration, particularly between 20-40 mph. The belt can slip and the transmission may eventually fail completely.
- Ignition Coil and Spark Plug Failure(Moderate)
The 1.0L and 1.2L engines are prone to premature ignition coil failure, causing misfires. Heat soak in the tight engine bay accelerates coil degradation.
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- Coolant Expansion Tank CracksModerate
The plastic coolant tank can develop hairline cracks, leading to slow coolant loss and potential overheating.
- CVT Transmission Shudder and HesitationSerious
The CVT automatic transmission develops shuddering during acceleration, particularly between 20-40 mph. The belt can slip and the transmission may eventually fail completely.
- Ignition Coil and Spark Plug FailureModerate
The 1.0L and 1.2L engines are prone to premature ignition coil failure, causing misfires. Heat soak in the tight engine bay accelerates coil degradation.
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