2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · DF61 LVM
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 23/01/2012. Recorded mileage 77,369 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,369 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 995cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
DF61 LVM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2025
- 77,369 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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DF61 LVM Mileage History
- 18/04/202359,572 mi
- 09/04/202469,634 mi+10,062 mi
- 10/04/202469,639 mi+5 mi
- 31/03/202577,360 mi+7,721 mi
- 09/04/202577,369 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 9,005 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DF61 LVM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Spark (DF61 LVM) between April 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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