2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LM12 KSN
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 19/04/2012. Recorded mileage 61,323 miles. MOT valid until 21/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,323 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 995cc
LM12 KSN Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 61,323 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (23 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
LM12 KSN Mileage History
- 20/03/201534,275 mi
- 20/03/201534,275 mi
- 23/03/201639,734 mi+5,459 mi
- 30/01/201743,010 mi+3,276 mi
- 03/03/201844,226 mi+1,216 mi
- 04/04/201945,587 mi+1,361 mi
- 09/04/201945,608 mi+21 mi
- 10/07/202047,712 mi+2,104 mi
- 16/07/202047,749 mi+37 mi
- 11/05/202150,095 mi+2,346 mi
- 15/05/202150,144 mi+49 mi
- 12/05/202252,245 mi+2,101 mi
- 02/05/202353,791 mi+1,546 mi
- 05/05/202353,792 mi+1 mi
- 15/05/202455,616 mi+1,824 mi
- 23/05/202455,620 mi+4 mi
- 20/05/202558,198 mi+2,578 mi
- 19/05/202661,321 mi+3,123 mi
- 22/05/202661,323 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 2,421 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
LM12 KSN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Spark (LM12 KSN) between March 2015 and May 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (23 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 50 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 Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
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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