2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · FD61 DMZ
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.2L, petrol). First registered 13/01/2012. Recorded mileage 78,934 miles. MOT valid until 02/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,934 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1206cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
FD61 DMZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 78,934 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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FD61 DMZ Mileage History
- 24/10/202265,226 mi
- 02/11/202370,425 mi+5,199 mi
- 01/11/202475,692 mi+5,267 mi
- 01/11/202475,692 mi
- 03/11/202578,934 mi+3,242 mi
Average of roughly 4,527 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FD61 DMZ 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 (FD61 DMZ) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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