2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · L9 ABW
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2012. Recorded mileage 50,086 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,086 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 995cc
L9 ABW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2025
- 50,086 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
L9 ABW Mileage History
- 15/08/202239,500 mi
- 15/08/202343,801 mi+4,301 mi
- 02/09/202447,390 mi+3,589 mi
- 14/08/202550,086 mi+2,696 mi
Average of roughly 3,530 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
L9 ABW 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 2012 Chevrolet Spark (L9 ABW) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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