2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LL61 SJV
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 125,766 miles. MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,766 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- 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.
LL61 SJV Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/11/2023
- 125,766 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
LL61 SJV Mileage History
- 29/09/201536,559 mi
- 29/09/201536,559 mi
- 26/09/201649,227 mi+12,668 mi
- 29/09/201763,575 mi+14,348 mi
- 27/09/201875,491 mi+11,916 mi
- 13/09/201983,183 mi+7,692 mi
- 13/09/201983,183 mi
- 20/11/202089,955 mi+6,772 mi
- 12/11/202195,133 mi+5,178 mi
- 15/11/202195,201 mi+68 mi
- 17/11/2022106,582 mi+11,381 mi
- 18/11/2022106,660 mi+78 mi
- 14/11/2023125,766 mi+19,106 mi
Average of roughly 10,977 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
LL61 SJV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Spark (LL61 SJV) between September 2015 and November 2023.
The record contains 9 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 14 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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