2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · GH02 APR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on July 18, 2025, and the maintenance trend appears stable despite a recent mechanical failure. While the 2025 test failed due to a fractured offside front coil spring, the repair was immediately addressed, allowing the car to pass with no further defects recorded. This suggests the current owner is responsive to safety-critical mechanical failures once they are identified by the MOT tester. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,460 miles per year. Between July 2022 at 17,698 miles and July 2025 at 20,456 miles, the car covered only 2,758 miles. This low usage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain components, but it introduces specific risks related to age-related degradation. The consistent annual testing intervals indicate the vehicle has been used regularly rather than left stationary for extended periods. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the condition of the rubber, as the record shows a recurring pattern of neglect. 2022 and 2024 tests flagged tyre cracking and perishing on multiple tyres, which is a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles sitting over time. The 2024 test also noted an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit, suggesting potential alignment issues or uneven wear. Given the fractured coil spring in 2025, a thorough physical inspection of the suspension bushes and shock absorbers is essential to ensure no further corrosion or fatigue has compromised the front end.