2010 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · HW10 KCJ
2010 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 90,750 miles. MOT expired on 07 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,750 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
HW10 KCJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2025
- 90,750 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
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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.
HW10 KCJ Mileage History
- 24/07/202372,415 mi
- 07/09/202372,432 mi+17 mi
- 08/09/202372,432 mi
- 04/09/202480,861 mi+8,429 mi
- 02/09/202590,750 mi+9,889 mi
Average of roughly 8,682 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HW10 KCJ 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 2010 Chevrolet Spark (HW10 KCJ) between July 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 September 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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- 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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