2010 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · SM10 FGJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a clear trend of age-related degradation despite low usage. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 16,428 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just ten days prior due to a fractured offside front coil spring. The history shows persistent corrosion across the brake pipes and suspension components over the last four years, indicating that the owner has addressed these issues with greasing and lubrication rather than replacing the affected metalwork. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,000 miles per year. The car moved from 12,303 miles in June 2022 to 16,428 miles in June 2025, suggesting it sits stationary for long periods. This low-frequency use explains the visible mechanical deterioration of rubber and metal components, such as the perishing tyres noted in 2023 and 2024, and the binding brakes observed in 2022. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody to assess the structural integrity. The recurring mentions of corroded brake pipes and suspension components since 2022 suggest that deep-seated rust may be progressing beyond the surface. Specific attention should be paid to the condition of the tyre sidewalls for cracking, which is common in low-mile vehicles, and the state of the suspension bushings. The history of track rod end dust covers and pitted brake discs indicates that rubber and metal components are reaching the end of their life through age rather than mileage.