2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LL61 VCG
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2012. Recorded mileage 69,013 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/09/2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (19/11/2019)
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,013 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 995cc
LL61 VCG Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2019
- 69,013 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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 VCG Mileage History
- 17/04/201538,303 mi
- 01/05/201538,666 mi+363 mi
- 22/09/201540,995 mi+2,329 mi
- 16/09/201648,869 mi+7,874 mi
- 16/09/201648,869 mi
- 08/09/201755,944 mi+7,075 mi
- 11/09/201755,945 mi+1 mi
- 24/08/201863,089 mi+7,144 mi
- 24/09/201969,013 mi+5,924 mi
Average of roughly 6,919 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
LL61 VCG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Spark (LL61 VCG) between April 2015 and September 2019.
The record contains 6 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 September 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)”; “Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
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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