2011 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · SM11 JEO

The Chevrolet Spark’s most recent MOT history, recorded between June 2024 and June 2025, demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend with no defects or advisories noted across five consecutive tests. The June 2025 retest—conducted just days apart—confirms the vehicle passed without failings, though the duplicate entry suggests either a temporary administrative oversight or a deliberate retest to clear a minor procedural issue. There is no evidence of recurring mechanical faults, and the absence of advisories indicates the tester did not identify any components requiring attention beyond standard wear items. However, the vehicle’s MOT cycle is now overdue by approximately 13 months, placing it outside the legal requirement for road use as of July 2026. The recorded mileage of 47,233 miles over 15 years—roughly 3,149 miles annually—suggests the vehicle has seen minimal use, which could imply storage or very light operation. The mileage increments between tests are consistent, with only 2,392 miles covered between June 2022 and June 2023, and a slightly higher 1,122 miles between June 2023 and June 2024. While low mileage generally correlates with reduced wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain components, the prolonged period without movement may introduce risks of stagnant fluids, seized rubber components, or corrosion in areas prone to moisture retention. The lack of mileage gaps larger than 12 months also rules out extended neglect, but buyers should verify whether the vehicle was stored with protective measures in place. Given the clean MOT record, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on components typically overlooked in low-mileage vehicles: the suspension’s rubber mounts and bushings, which may have degraded from prolonged static loading; the brake calipers and binding mechanisms, as even minimal use can lead to corrosion or seized pistons; and the exhaust system for signs of rust pitting or cracked heat shields, especially if the vehicle was stored outdoors. The absence of advisories does not preclude hidden corrosion in wheel arches or subframe areas, so thorough visual checks of structural integrity are essential. Buyers should also confirm the service history for fluid changes—particularly brake fluid, power steering, and coolant—since stagnation can compromise these systems even at low mileages.