2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · LL12 TPO
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.2L, petrol). First registered 17 May 2012. Recorded mileage 62,915 miles. MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,915 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LL12 TPO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2025
- 62,915 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.
LL12 TPO 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 2012 Chevrolet Spark (LL12 TPO) between March 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
LL12 TPO Mileage History
- 29/03/202354,360 mi
- 10/04/202458,705 mi+4,345 mi
- 23/04/202458,705 mi
- 25/03/202562,915 mi+4,210 mi
- 28/03/202562,915 mi
Average of roughly 4,282 miles per year across 5 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: Below Average
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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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