2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.0L Petrol · OY12 VST
2012 Chevrolet Spark (1.0L, petrol). First registered 27/04/2012. Recorded mileage 31,526 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET SPARK
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 31,526 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 995cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
OY12 VST Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2025
- 31,526 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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OY12 VST Mileage History
- 04/02/202221,342 mi
- 15/02/202322,131 mi+789 mi
- 15/02/202322,131 mi
- 16/07/202426,950 mi+4,819 mi
- 17/07/202531,526 mi+4,576 mi
Average of roughly 2,954 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OY12 VST 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 2012 Chevrolet Spark (OY12 VST) between February 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 July 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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