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Outstanding Recall

2010 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · SL10 UNH

SL10 UNH

2010 Chevrolet Spark (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30/04/2010. Recorded mileage 96,502 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
CHEVROLET SPARK
Year / Origin
2010 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 26/07/2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
96,502 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/07/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2010
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 maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of passes over the last several years. The most recent test on 12 July 2023 at 96,502 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day at the same mileage. This suggests an administrative error or a very minor consumable issue that was rectified immediately, as the subsequent record shows no evidence of recurring mechanical degradation or structural failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Between July 2020 at 79,675 miles and July 2023 at 96,502 miles, the car covered 16,827 miles, indicating a steady and low-impact profile. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and heavy suspension components, though it can increase the risk of rubber-based parts like bushes and tyres degrading due to age rather than distance. Given that the record shows no recurring advisories or faults, a physical inspection should focus on age-related decay rather than active mechanical failure. A buyer must inspect the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly on the sills and wheel arches, which are common in vehicles of this era regardless of low mileage. Check for cracking in the suspension bushes and the condition of the brake discs, as low usage frequency often leads to components seizing or corroding if the vehicle has not been driven frequently enough to clear away surface rust.

SL10 UNH Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/07/2023
  • 96,502 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
35
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Chevrolet Spark

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SL10 UNH Mileage History

  1. 18/07/202292,684 mi
  2. 12/07/202396,502 mi+3,818 mi
  3. 12/07/202396,502 mi

Average of roughly 3,885 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

SL10 UNH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Sept 2026, 02:23
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 2010 Chevrolet Spark (SL10 UNH) between July 2022 and July 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 July 2023 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 (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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