2012 Chevrolet Spark 1.2L Petrol · WU12 OUD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive repairs. While the most recent test on 09 June 2026 at 84,265 miles passed, it introduced new advisories regarding tyre wear and a binding offside front wheel. This follows a period of clean records in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that while the car was previously maintained, consumable components and minor hardware are now reaching their limit. At 84,265 miles over 14 years, the Spark averages approximately 6,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical low-mileage urban usage. The mileage data shows consistent annual intervals, with only about 1,000 miles covered between June 2025 and June 2026. This low annual mileage reduces overall wear on the drivetrain and engine, but the failure in June 2025 due to a cut in the nearside front tyre and a faulty washer system indicates that basic safety checks may have been neglected prior to the annual inspection. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the offside front braking assembly to address the binding noted in the June 2026 test. This condition often indicates a seized caliper piston or worn slider pins which can cause premature pad wear and disc overheating. The nearside rear and offside front tyres are also nearing the legal limit and showing uneven wear, suggesting potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical check for corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points is essential, as the MOT record does not explicitly detail structural integrity beyond the passing grade.