2013 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LM13 FVS
2013 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2013. Recorded mileage 108,557 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,557 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 995cc
LM13 FVS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/10/2024
- 108,557 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (26 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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 FVS Mileage History
- 27/03/2023100,979 mi
- 18/10/2023103,717 mi+2,738 mi
- 16/11/2023107,754 mi+4,037 mi
- 04/10/2024108,551 mi+797 mi
- 04/10/2024108,557 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 4,968 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LM13 FVS 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 2013 Chevrolet Spark (LM13 FVS) between March 2023 and October 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 04 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (26 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 54 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: “Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Manual lock drops cannot open door without pulling lock up (6.2.”; “Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle Manual lock drops cannot open door without pulling lock up (6.2.3”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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