2011 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · GL11 JGU
2011 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29/07/2011. Recorded mileage 105,827 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/08/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,827 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.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 995cc
GL11 JGU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2023
- 105,827 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
GL11 JGU Mileage History
- 10/08/202297,427 mi
- 11/08/202297,432 mi+5 mi
- 08/08/2023105,801 mi+8,369 mi
- 18/08/2023105,827 mi+26 mi
Average of roughly 8,228 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
GL11 JGU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Chevrolet Spark (GL11 JGU) between August 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (GL11 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as GL11JGU.
PORSCHE
CAYENNE TURBO E-HYBRID AUTO
NISSAN
JUKE
MERCEDES-BENZ
GLE
PORSCHE
911
VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER
VOLKSWAGEN
CADDY
VOLKSWAGEN
CADDY
VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER
MINI
MINI (R60)
MINI
MINI
RENAULT
MEGANE
RENAULT
MEGANE