2010 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LM10 KTA
2010 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 14 May 2010. Recorded mileage 131,312 miles. MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,312 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
LM10 KTA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 131,312 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
LM10 KTA Mileage History
- 08/10/2024124,152 mi
- 09/12/2024124,229 mi+77 mi
- 13/12/2024124,233 mi+4 mi
- 25/11/2025131,310 mi+7,077 mi
- 01/12/2025131,312 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 6,238 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LM10 KTA 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 2010 Chevrolet Spark (LM10 KTA) between October 2024 and December 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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