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Chevrolet Spark

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,206 cc

LL12 TKVMOT history

LL12 TKV is a black petrol Chevrolet Spark first used on 17 May 2012. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 79,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

LL12 TKV black Chevrolet Spark – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Chevrolet Spark, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
79,150 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 TKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Spark
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,206 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
17 May 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 TKV was last recorded at 79,150 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,148 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,150 miles
  • 2024 – 71,663 miles
  • 2023 – 65,282 miles
  • 2022 – 58,008 miles
  • 2021 – 50,646 miles
  • 2020 – 46,022 miles
  • 2019 – 44,600 miles
  • 2018 – 41,590 miles
  • 2017 – 40,138 miles
  • 2016 – 37,029 miles
  • 2015 – 33,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,150 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAdvise rear axle corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,150 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,150 miles
    Test number
    775710760684
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear axle corrosion

  2. Fail79,148 miles (+7,485)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,148 miles
    Test number
    460012194647
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear axle corrosion

  3. Pass71,663 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    71,663 miles
    Test number
    996423447567
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail71,662 miles (+6,380)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,662 miles
    Test number
    696659843611
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass65,282 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    65,282 miles
    Test number
    328548056762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail65,282 miles (+7,274)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,282 miles
    Test number
    945483464546
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass58,008 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    58,008 miles
    Test number
    571905126257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material customer has cleaned and heavily under sealed pipe unable to give true inspection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material customer has cleaned and heavily under sealed pipe unable to give true inspection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material customer has cleaned and heavily under sealed pipe unable to give true inspection (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail58,006 miles (+7,360)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,006 miles
    Test number
    368483694423
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass50,646 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,646 miles
    Test number
    647273275618
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail50,644 miles (+4,622)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,644 miles
    Test number
    637531080108
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass46,022 miles (+1,422)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    46,022 miles
    Test number
    619011608578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass44,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    44,600 miles
    Test number
    239845977107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,600 miles (+3,010)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,600 miles
    Test number
    188285683762
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Pass41,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    41,590 miles
    Test number
    163980242269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,590 miles (+1,452)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,590 miles
    Test number
    502049116529
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass40,138 miles (+3,109)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,138 miles
    Test number
    499537436905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,029 miles
    Test number
    282093447920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail37,029 miles (+3,592)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,029 miles
    Test number
    724517648055
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass33,437 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,437 miles
    Test number
    928913535128
    • NoteOffside front seat belt has slight fluffing to sides not affecting operation
    • NoteOffside front tyre has small cut to sidewall but not deep enough to expose cords
    • NoteSill trims fitted

Questions about LL12 TKV

Does LL12 TKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL12 TKV expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL12 TKV?
The MOT on LL12 TKV expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL12 TKV done?
LL12 TKV was recorded at 79,150 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 4,482 miles a year.
Has LL12 TKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 TKV has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LL12 TKV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LL12 TKV find?
LL12 TKV passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel, and 1 more.

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