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Chevrolet Spark

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 995 cc

LL61 VBUMOT history

LL61 VBU is a silver petrol Chevrolet Spark first used on 1 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 75,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

LL61 VBU silver Chevrolet Spark – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Chevrolet Spark, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
75,224 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 VBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Spark
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 VBU was last recorded at 75,224 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,223 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,224 miles
  • 2025 – 74,455 miles
  • 2024 – 73,290 miles
  • 2023 – 72,238 miles
  • 2022 – 70,987 miles
  • 2021 – 68,840 miles
  • 2020 – 67,743 miles
  • 2019 – 65,451 miles
  • 2018 – 59,133 miles
  • 2016 – 52,058 miles
  • 2015 – 42,538 miles
  • 2014 – 34,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,224 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine Sump damp and corroding/deteriorating.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive under engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,224 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    75,224 miles
    Test number
    155997049193
    • AdvisoryEngine Sump damp and corroding/deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail75,223 miles (+768)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,223 miles
    Test number
    266834466702
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Sump damp and corroding/deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,455 miles (+1,165)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    74,455 miles
    Test number
    888969435541
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Slight coolant leak from rear of Engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight Engine oil leak from sump deterioration (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    73,290 miles
    Test number
    558938334598
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail73,290 miles (+1,052)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,290 miles
    Test number
    920052891648
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Rear end of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,238 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,238 miles
    Test number
    822527237530
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight Engine oil leak and sump deteriorating (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail72,238 miles (+1,251)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,238 miles
    Test number
    792044401845
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill outer and lower areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight Engine oil leak and sump deteriorating (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,987 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,987 miles
    Test number
    561743701808
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine sump corroded/porous slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail70,987 miles (+2,147)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,987 miles
    Test number
    627981527322
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine sump corroded/porous slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,840 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    68,840 miles
    Test number
    941430139772
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail68,831 miles (+1,088)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,831 miles
    Test number
    266963866323
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,743 miles
    Test number
    601073122129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,743 miles (+2,292)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,743 miles
    Test number
    354312531461
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass65,451 miles (+6,318)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    65,451 miles
    Test number
    470145355723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,133 miles (+7,075)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,133 miles
    Test number
    745518280282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,058 miles
    Test number
    316349805528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,058 miles (+9,520)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,058 miles
    Test number
    578252195011
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass42,538 miles (+7,719)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    42,538 miles
    Test number
    622379056899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,819 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,819 miles
    Test number
    375264664382
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass34,819 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    34,819 miles
    Test number
    437224764478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LL61 VBU

Does LL61 VBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 VBU is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 VBU?
The MOT on LL61 VBU is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 VBU done?
LL61 VBU was recorded at 75,224 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 3,489 miles a year.
Has LL61 VBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 VBU has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LL61 VBU 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 LL61 VBU find?
LL61 VBU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: engine sump damp and corroding/deteriorating.; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle, and 2 more.

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