2011 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · DE11 GDZ
2011 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 54,189 miles. MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,189 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DE11 GDZ Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 54,189 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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 GDZ Mileage History
- 12/03/20148,943 mi
- 12/03/20148,943 mi
- 05/03/20159,958 mi+1,015 mi
- 25/02/201612,559 mi+2,601 mi
- 23/02/201715,821 mi+3,262 mi
- 21/02/201818,877 mi+3,056 mi
- 19/02/201921,958 mi+3,081 mi
- 03/03/202025,273 mi+3,315 mi
- 22/03/202127,015 mi+1,742 mi
- 09/03/202234,684 mi+7,669 mi
- 10/03/202234,684 mi
- 21/03/202334,986 mi+302 mi
- 21/03/202334,986 mi
- 20/03/202443,145 mi+8,159 mi
- 18/03/202544,201 mi+1,056 mi
- 18/03/202544,201 mi
- 20/03/202654,189 mi+9,988 mi
Average of roughly 3,764 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
DE11 GDZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Chevrolet Spark (DE11 GDZ) between March 2014 and March 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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