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Chevrolet Spark

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,206 cc

LR61 DKAMOT history

LR61 DKA is a red petrol Chevrolet Spark first used on 1 Sept 2011. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 44,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

LR61 DKA red Chevrolet Spark – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
44,257 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 DKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Spark
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,206 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 DKA was last recorded at 44,257 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 1,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,896 miles · 22 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,361 miles
Average per year
2,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 44,257 miles
  • 2024 – 42,896 miles
  • 2023 – 41,409 miles
  • 2022 – 39,719 miles
  • 2021 – 37,356 miles
  • 2020 – 35,903 miles
  • 2019 – 34,210 miles
  • 2018 – 31,512 miles
  • 2017 – 28,886 miles
  • 2016 – 25,185 miles
  • 2015 – 21,171 miles
  • 2014 – 18,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,257 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipe to steering rack - chalked (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust & hangers corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,257 miles (+1,361)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    44,257 miles
    Test number
    446763508427
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipe to steering rack - chalked (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass42,896 miles (+1,487)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    42,896 miles
    Test number
    494748349444
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust & hangers corroded

  3. Pass41,409 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    41,409 miles
    Test number
    755339550934
    • AdvisoryExhaust & hangers corroded

  4. Fail41,409 miles (+1,690)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,409 miles
    Test number
    771510021181
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush strut top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust & hangers corroded

  5. Pass39,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    39,719 miles
    Test number
    602904637605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail39,719 miles (+2,363)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,719 miles
    Test number
    806304779974
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass37,356 miles (+1,453)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    37,356 miles
    Test number
    463786137306
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust & hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  8. Pass35,903 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    35,903 miles
    Test number
    105048510127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top strut mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded & hangers

  9. Fail35,903 miles (+1,693)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,903 miles
    Test number
    682149420499
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top strut mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded & hangers

  10. Pass34,210 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    34,210 miles
    Test number
    804904838169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail34,185 miles (+2,673)2 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,185 miles
    Test number
    210387860528
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass31,512 miles (+2,626)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    31,512 miles
    Test number
    694007383219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,886 miles (+3,701)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    28,886 miles
    Test number
    457059804684
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre edge worn smooth
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass25,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    25,185 miles
    Test number
    489276809726
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail25,185 miles (+4,014)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,185 miles
    Test number
    513246191866
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass21,171 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    21,171 miles
    Test number
    263243772686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,077 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    18,077 miles
    Test number
    206619934233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR61 DKA

Does LR61 DKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR61 DKA expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR61 DKA?
The MOT on LR61 DKA expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR61 DKA done?
LR61 DKA was recorded at 44,257 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 2,389 miles a year.
Has LR61 DKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 DKA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LR61 DKA 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 LR61 DKA find?
LR61 DKA passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with 5 advisories: front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipe to steering rack - chalked; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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