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2011 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LL11 ABU

LL11 ABU

2011 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 06 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 106,847 miles. MOT expired on 23 Oct 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
CHEVROLET SPARK
Year / Origin
2011 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Oct 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
106,847 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Oct 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle holds a valid MOT pass from October 2024 with no defects recorded. Across the full five-year history, no failures or advisories appear at any test. This indicates a stable maintenance record with no worsening trend in mechanical or structural condition. The most recent pass suggests the car is currently roadworthy, though the test is now around ten months old, so some wear may have developed since. The mileage pattern is consistent for a vehicle of this age. The car covered roughly 7,100 miles per year, which is typical for a light urban runabout. The gap between September 2021 and October 2023 shows a modest increase of only about 1,800 miles, indicating lighter use during that period. A sharper jump of over 10,000 miles then occurred between October 2023 and October 2024, reflecting a return to regular daily driving. That change in usage is not problematic, but it is worth noting that the car has recently been used more intensively. With no recorded advisories, there are no recurring faults to track from the MOT data. A buyer should still inspect consumables and age-related components in person. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for play or cracking, and look for binding calipers or worn brake discs. Structural corrosion is also worth a manual assessment around the sills, floor pan, and subframe mounts, as these areas can deteriorate without being flagged on a clean test record.
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LL11 ABU Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/10/2024
  • 106,847 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT

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LL11 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Oct 2026, 05:43
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Chevrolet Spark (LL11 ABU) between September 2022 and October 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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LL11 ABU Mileage History

  1. 30/09/202295,432 mi
  2. 10/10/202396,254 mi+822 mi
  3. 12/10/202396,254 mi
  4. 25/10/2024106,847 mi+10,593 mi

Average of roughly 5,515 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
25
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (75%)
2 dangerous defects found recently
Older vehicle
Outstanding recall notice
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Buying Score
52/100
Risk Level
Medium
Medium
Est. Annual Cost
£900-£1,200
Mileage
At 106,847 miles, the mileage is above a...

Our Verdict

Proceed with caution. While the vehicle

Prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system. The MOT history shows brake pipe corrosion as an advisory in 2021 and a failure in 2023; you should verify that these pipes were fully replaced rather than temporarily repaired. Check for any further signs of rust on the chassis, as corrosion in the brake lines often indicates wider vulnerability to the elements.

Request detailed service records to see how the vehicle was managed during its most recent period of heavy use, as the mileage increased by over 10,000 miles between October 2023 and October 2024. Negotiate the price based on the current advisories, specifically the exhaust leak, which will require attention to avoid a future failure.

The 995cc petrol engine is designed for urban efficiency, which typically results in low fuel consumption and a lower road tax bracket. Insurance costs for the Spark are generally low, making it an economical choice for budget-conscious buyers or new drivers.

Maintenance costs for this model are usually modest, but the age and mileage of this specific car increase the likelihood of needing replacement parts. Expect to budget for wear-and-tear items such as tyres and exhaust components, as evidenced by the vehicle's MOT history.

Start by inspecting the exhaust system, specifically the flexi pipe, which was flagged for a minor leak in the October 2024 MOT. Check all four tyres for signs of perishing or structural tears, as the vehicle has a history of tyre-related failures and advisories in 2021 and 2023.

Examine the brake lever travel and the condition of the brake pipes to ensure the 2023 failures were permanently rectified. Additionally, check the offside mirror glass and the nearside rear registration plate lamp to see if the most recent advisories have been resolved.

This blue 2011 Chevrolet Spark has covered 106,847 miles. The MOT history reveals a pattern of brake pipe corrosion and tyre failures, although it passed its most recent test in October 2024. It is a high-mileage example of a small city car with some noted structural and mechanical advisories.

No aggregate reliability data is available for the Chevrolet Spark; assessment is based solely on this vehicle's specific MOT record.

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