2013 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · LM13 FVD
2013 Chevrolet Spark (1.2L, petrol). First registered 09/05/2013. Recorded mileage 57,568 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/11/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 57,568 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 1206cc
LM13 FVD Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2024
- 57,568 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
LM13 FVD Mileage History
- 25/04/201626,993 mi
- 12/05/201730,512 mi+3,519 mi
- 12/05/201730,512 mi
- 13/04/201835,041 mi+4,529 mi
- 13/04/201835,041 mi
- 09/04/201940,812 mi+5,771 mi
- 09/04/201940,812 mi
- 05/06/202045,293 mi+4,481 mi
- 05/06/202045,293 mi
- 09/06/202147,446 mi+2,153 mi
- 01/06/202251,052 mi+3,606 mi
- 15/11/202251,103 mi+51 mi
- 15/11/202251,103 mi
- 01/11/202354,537 mi+3,434 mi
- 31/10/202457,568 mi+3,031 mi
Average of roughly 3,590 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
LM13 FVD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Chevrolet Spark (LM13 FVD) between April 2016 and October 2024.
The record contains 9 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 31 October 2024 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 (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))”.
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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