The road tax status for LM12 WHV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for LM12 WHV?

The MOT for LM12 WHV is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of LM12 WHV?

The recorded mileage for LM12 WHV is 41,216 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LM12 WHV ULEZ compliant?

Yes, LM12 WHV (CHEVROLET SPARK) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does LM12 WHV have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, LM12 WHV is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

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Outstanding Recall

2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LM12 WHV

LM12 WHV

2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2012. Recorded mileage 41,216 miles. MOT valid until 06/07/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: CHEVROLET SPARK
Year / Origin: 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 06/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 41,216 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official 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.

MOT Status

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Valid until 06/07/2027

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Mileage: 41,216 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2012
Engine: 995cc

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LM12 WHV Key Findings

19 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 12/06/2026
41,216 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

2012 Common Problems

LM12 WHV Mileage History

02/05/201533,475 mi
02/05/201533,475 mi
26/04/201634,394 mi+919 mi
26/04/201634,394 mi
25/04/201735,123 mi+729 mi
25/04/201735,123 mi
30/06/201735,182 mi+59 mi
25/06/201837,009 mi+1,827 mi
11/06/201938,145 mi+1,136 mi
08/06/202038,562 mi+417 mi
15/06/202138,925 mi+363 mi
15/06/202138,925 mi
28/06/202239,618 mi+693 mi
04/07/202339,890 mi+272 mi
04/07/202339,890 mi
08/07/202440,212 mi+322 mi
02/07/202540,644 mi+432 mi
03/07/202540,644 mi
12/06/202641,216 mi+572 mi

Average of roughly 697 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

LM12 WHV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 10:01

MOT Analysis

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 WHV) between May 2015 and June 2026.

The record contains 13 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 12 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 18 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: “Rear Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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