2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · LM12 VTP
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.2L, petrol). First registered 19/04/2012. Recorded mileage 75,280 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/05/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,280 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1206cc
LM12 VTP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/05/2025
- 75,280 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
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.
LM12 VTP Mileage History
- 22/04/202361,800 mi
- 24/04/202361,844 mi+44 mi
- 22/04/202468,463 mi+6,619 mi
- 24/04/202468,465 mi+2 mi
- 06/05/202575,280 mi+6,815 mi
Average of roughly 6,609 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LM12 VTP 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 (LM12 VTP) between April 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 06 May 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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