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2013 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · LR13 GZE

LR13 GZE

2013 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2013. Recorded mileage 89,596 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
CHEVROLET SPARK
Year / Origin
2013 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 24/10/2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
89,596 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 24/10/2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted in October 2024 at 89,596 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all statutory requirements at that time. This clean record suggests that the previous owners maintained a proactive approach to repairs, addressing potential issues before they could escalate into test failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,900 miles per year. Data shows a notable gap between the May 2018 test at 65,223 miles and the June 2021 test at 74,024 miles, suggesting a period of lower usage. Since 2021, the mileage has accumulated at a steady rate, covering roughly 15,000 miles over the last three years. This low-annual profile generally reduces the wear and tear on drivetrain components and suspension assembly compared to high-mileage counterparts. While the MOT history shows no recurring mechanical failures or structural corrosion issues to date, an on-person inspection should focus on age-related degradation that tests do not always capture. The buyer should examine the rubber suspension bushes and bushings for cracking or perish rot, which can occur over time regardless of low mileage. Given the vehicle's age, checking for brake caliper pitting and the condition of the fluid lines is advisable to ensure the system has not suffered from internal corrosion during periods of lower use.

LR13 GZE Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/10/2024
  • 89,596 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Known faults for Chevrolet Spark

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LR13 GZE Mileage History

  1. 16/07/202281,656 mi
  2. 24/10/202388,231 mi+6,575 mi
  3. 25/10/202489,596 mi+1,365 mi

Average of roughly 3,486 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

LR13 GZE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Chevrolet Spark (LR13 GZE) between July 2022 and October 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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