2013 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LR13 GVD
2013 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 02 Apr 2013. Recorded mileage 94,337 miles. MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,337 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
LR13 GVD Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 19/11/2025
- 94,337 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LR13 GVD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Chevrolet Spark (LR13 GVD) between September 2015 and November 2025.
The record contains 11 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 19 November 2025 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: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear in plastic clips (1.1.11 (c))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
LR13 GVD Mileage History
- 29/09/201635,696 mi
- 29/09/201635,696 mi
- 13/09/201739,104 mi+3,408 mi
- 07/09/201842,388 mi+3,284 mi
- 08/09/201842,388 mi
- 15/11/201945,587 mi+3,199 mi
- 23/11/202053,000 mi+7,413 mi
- 26/11/202160,382 mi+7,382 mi
- 26/11/202160,384 mi+2 mi
- 22/11/202268,191 mi+7,807 mi
- 22/11/202268,192 mi+1 mi
- 28/11/202376,414 mi+8,222 mi
- 28/11/202482,582 mi+6,168 mi
- 29/11/202485,284 mi+2,702 mi
- 19/11/202594,334 mi+9,050 mi
- 19/11/202594,337 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 6,416 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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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- Coolant Expansion Tank CracksModerate
The plastic coolant tank can develop hairline cracks, leading to slow coolant loss and potential overheating.
- CVT Transmission Shudder and HesitationSerious
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 FailureModerate
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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