2011 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · LR61 PLJ
2011 Chevrolet Spark (1.2L, petrol). First registered 23/10/2011. Recorded mileage 106,296 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,296 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1206cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
LR61 PLJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2025
- 106,296 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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LR61 PLJ Mileage History
- 10/01/202395,414 mi
- 17/05/202395,595 mi+181 mi
- 30/04/2024100,015 mi+4,420 mi
- 14/05/2024100,127 mi+112 mi
- 08/05/2025106,296 mi+6,169 mi
Average of roughly 4,681 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LR61 PLJ 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 2011 Chevrolet Spark (LR61 PLJ) between January 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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