2011 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · HJ61 LDL
2011 Chevrolet Spark (1.2L, petrol). First registered 03 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 60,650 miles. MOT expired on 08 Sept 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,650 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
HJ61 LDL Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2025
- 60,650 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HJ61 LDL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Chevrolet Spark (HJ61 LDL) between August 2014 and September 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 03 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (29 issues), Tyres (19 issues), Brakes (18 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 55 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Badly distorted thru tread 155/7”; “Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”.
HJ61 LDL Mileage History
- 15/08/201416,638 mi
- 06/08/201520,752 mi+4,114 mi
- 23/08/201625,738 mi+4,986 mi
- 23/08/201625,738 mi
- 31/08/201730,296 mi+4,558 mi
- 17/08/201835,671 mi+5,375 mi
- 17/08/201835,671 mi
- 04/09/201941,834 mi+6,163 mi
- 04/09/201941,834 mi
- 03/09/202045,915 mi+4,081 mi
- 04/09/202045,915 mi
- 07/09/202149,150 mi+3,235 mi
- 09/09/202149,150 mi
- 08/09/202249,828 mi+678 mi
- 08/09/202350,847 mi+1,019 mi
- 10/09/202457,939 mi+7,092 mi
- 10/09/202457,939 mi
- 02/09/202560,650 mi+2,711 mi
- 03/09/202560,650 mi
Average of roughly 3,982 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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.
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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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