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Black · Petrol · 2013 · 995 cc

LM13 FVSMOT history

LM13 FVS is a black petrol Chevrolet Spark first used on 1 May 2013. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 9 of 17 MOT tests, with 108,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2024.

LM13 FVS black Chevrolet Spark – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
108,557 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2024
MOT tests
17
9 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM13 FVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Spark
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 May 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM13 FVS was last recorded at 108,557 miles on 4 Oct 2024, 803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,754 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
803 miles
Average per year
8,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,557 miles
  • 2023 – 107,754 miles
  • 2022 – 99,566 miles
  • 2021 – 85,563 miles
  • 2020 – 76,604 miles
  • 2019 – 68,292 miles
  • 2018 – 58,837 miles
  • 2017 – 48,011 miles
  • 2016 – 37,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,557 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underbody (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,557 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,557 miles
    Test number
    939130386060
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underbody (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail108,551 miles (+797)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,551 miles
    Test number
    789326659487
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle Manual lock drops cannot open door without pulling lock up (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Manual lock drops cannot open door without pulling lock up (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underbody (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass107,754 miles (+4,037)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,754 miles
    Test number
    995229545246
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides of axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail103,717 miles (+2,738)4 major2 repaired2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,717 miles
    Test number
    953632179364
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength DO NOT WELD within 30cm of subframe mount and suspension mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides on axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL ROAD TYRES /cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail100,979 miles (+1,413)2 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,979 miles
    Test number
    758732087719
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Both Shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Both metal brake pipes are covered in grease
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front to rear metal brake pipes corroded in the supporting clips
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Inner shock absorber is damp, requires further investigation.
    • AdvisoryPetrol tank straps are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both which go to the flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both which go to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe corroded
  6. Pass99,566 miles (+15)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,566 miles
    Test number
    938722801532
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail99,551 miles (+294)2 dangerous3 major2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,551 miles
    Test number
    367101469029
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail99,257 miles (+13,694)1 dangerous4 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,257 miles
    Test number
    224126197723
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoot handle stiff
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened HEAVILY CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Pass85,563 miles (+259)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    798850513149
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have a protective coating I.e grease/underseal, restricting inspection of brake pipes.
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
  10. Fail85,304 miles (+8,700)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,304 miles
    Test number
    663724074784
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended buckle jammed in receiver (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have a protective coating I.e grease/underseal, restricting inspection of brake pipes.
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
  11. Pass76,604 miles (+38)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,604 miles
    Test number
    615287064700
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear through clips corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front steel brake pipes into hoses are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective front is corroded off and rear held up by wire temp.job, , however is thought to be secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump leaking and HEAVILY CORRODED and may fail soon (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  12. Fail76,566 miles (+8,274)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,566 miles
    Test number
    687158606364
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front flexible loose, front and rear mountings absent (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear steel brake pipes heavily corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both rear wheels binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear through clips corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front steel brake pipes into hoses are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump leaking and HEAVILY CORRODED and may fail soon (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  13. Pass68,292 miles (+9,455)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,292 miles
    Test number
    955758925867
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective not supporting exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
  14. Pass58,837 miles (+10,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,837 miles
    Test number
    117968881409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
  15. Pass48,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    903028914017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,011 miles (+10,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    961563279776
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  17. Pass37,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    37,484 miles
    Test number
    771980257231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM13 FVS

Does LM13 FVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM13 FVS expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM13 FVS?
The MOT on LM13 FVS expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM13 FVS done?
LM13 FVS was recorded at 108,557 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2024, an average of 8,821 miles a year.
Has LM13 FVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM13 FVS has failed 8 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM13 FVS 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 LM13 FVS find?
LM13 FVS passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2024 with 6 advisories: central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underbody; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front service brake grabbing slightly, and 3 more.

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