2011 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · MF11 UAE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent development of developing brake-related issues. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 64,039 miles, the tester identified multiple defects regarding the rear braking system. Specifically, both nearside and offside rear brake pipes showed corrosion and were obscured by grease, alongside a noted rear service brake binding. These findings indicate a shift from the clean records seen in previous years toward mechanical degradation that requires immediate attention. The recorded mileage of 64,039 miles is significantly low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per annum. The data shows consistent low usage patterns between 2022 and 2025, with the car covering only 4,562 miles over that three-year period. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can also lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluid stagnation, which likely correlates with the corrosion noted in the latest MOT test. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking assembly to determine the extent of the corrosion on the brake pipes. The presence of grease on these pipes suggests a previous attempt to mask a leak or hide rust, which is a significant red flag. You should also check the rear calipers for seized pistons to ensure the binding issue has not caused uneven wear on the discs. Given the 2024 failure due to ineffective wipers, verify the condition of all wiper blades and rubber seals, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from perished material and cracking over time rather than mechanical wear.