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2013 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · SB13 UGL

SB13 UGL

2013 Chevrolet Spark (1.2L, petrol). First registered 14/06/2013. Recorded mileage 47,511 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/01/2027.

Make & Model
CHEVROLET SPARK
Year / Origin
2013 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12/08/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/01/2027)
Recorded Mileage
47,511 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 12/08/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/01/2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1206cc
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 with a clear trend of consistent maintenance. The most recent inspection on 22 July 2025 at 47,511 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and emissions standards. This follows two years of clean passes in 2024 and 2023, suggesting that previous mechanical issues have been addressed and are not recurring. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,655 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression of use, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between August 2022 and August 2023, and another 5,000 miles between August 2023 and 2024. This low usage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though low mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber seals and fluid breakdown due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system based on the historical records. The 2022 test at 29,247 miles flagged pitting and scoring on both front inner brake discs, which indicates moisture corrosion common in low-use vehicles. While these passed in subsequent tests, the buyer should verify the current condition of the discs and pads to ensure no thinning has occurred. Additionally, the failure in August 2023 due to an illegal offside front tyre tread depth suggests that basic consumable upkeep was occasionally overlooked, necessitating a thorough check of all remaining tyres for tread depth and age cracking.

SB13 UGL Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2025
  • 47,511 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

SB13 UGL Mileage History

  1. 11/08/202229,247 mi
  2. 11/08/202338,114 mi+8,867 mi
  3. 11/08/202338,114 mi
  4. 09/08/202443,120 mi+5,006 mi
  5. 22/07/202547,511 mi+4,391 mi

Average of roughly 6,201 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SB13 UGL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Aug 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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 2013 Chevrolet Spark (SB13 UGL) between August 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

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ADVISORY