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Chevrolet Spark

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,206 cc

LL12 TLUMOT history

LL12 TLU is a black petrol Chevrolet Spark first used on 10 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 91,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

LL12 TLU black Chevrolet Spark – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Chevrolet Spark, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
91,482 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 TLU
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
10 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 TLU was last recorded at 91,482 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 3,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,938 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,544 miles
Average per year
5,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,482 miles
  • 2025 – 87,938 miles
  • 2024 – 84,070 miles
  • 2023 – 82,823 miles
  • 2022 – 82,743 miles
  • 2021 – 79,949 miles
  • 2020 – 76,106 miles
  • 2019 – 71,462 miles
  • 2018 – 65,444 miles
  • 2017 – 61,273 miles
  • 2016 – 41,482 miles
  • 2015 – 33,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,482 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake drum backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect macpherson strut (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake drum backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,482 miles (+3,544)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    91,482 miles
    Test number
    721415773805
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake drum backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect macpherson strut (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake drum backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

  2. Pass87,938 miles (+3,868)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,938 miles
    Test number
    506737518967
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material where pipe meets flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect macpherson strut (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material where pipe meets flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass84,070 miles (+42)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,070 miles
    Test number
    656558854974
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail84,028 miles (+1,205)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,028 miles
    Test number
    178046818144
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated any delamination of the number plate as this can prevent identification of the vehicle by automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras which ‘see’ any non-reflective material as being black. (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balding on inner and outer edge advise change (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass82,823 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,823 miles
    Test number
    367590669302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail82,743 miles (+2,794)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,743 miles
    Test number
    635387639840
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass79,949 miles (+3,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,949 miles
    Test number
    421148658218
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass76,106 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,106 miles
    Test number
    574311082526
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail76,106 miles (+4,644)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,106 miles
    Test number
    935700203214
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCannot test rear wheel bearings due to brakes been excessively binding

  10. Pass71,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,462 miles
    Test number
    768188177540
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Fail71,462 miles (+6,018)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,462 miles
    Test number
    588248062209
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass65,444 miles (+4,171)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    65,444 miles
    Test number
    545185397706
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass61,273 miles (+19,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    61,273 miles
    Test number
    957179593250
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly nearside and offside (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has cracks

  14. Pass41,482 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,482 miles
    Test number
    987664994831
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads have worn thin

  15. Fail41,482 miles (+8,022)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,482 miles
    Test number
    471659653233
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads have worn thin

  16. Pass33,460 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,460 miles
    Test number
    378945835149
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on edges

  17. Fail33,455 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,455 miles
    Test number
    276853435492
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on edges

Questions about LL12 TLU

Does LL12 TLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 TLU is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 TLU?
The MOT on LL12 TLU is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 TLU done?
LL12 TLU was recorded at 91,482 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 5,368 miles a year.
Has LL12 TLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 TLU has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LL12 TLU 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 TLU find?
LL12 TLU passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear outer brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake drum backing plate; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect macpherson strut, and 2 more.

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