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Chevrolet Spark

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,206 cc

LR61 ELUMOT history

LR61 ELU is a black petrol Chevrolet Spark first used on 5 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 71,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

LR61 ELU black Chevrolet Spark – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
71,167 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 ELU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Spark
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,206 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 ELU was last recorded at 71,167 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,155 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,167 miles
  • 2025 – 69,173 miles
  • 2024 – 67,555 miles
  • 2023 – 65,932 miles
  • 2022 – 65,209 miles
  • 2021 – 63,199 miles
  • 2020 – 61,754 miles
  • 2019 – 59,907 miles
  • 2018 – 55,147 miles
  • 2017 – 46,843 miles
  • 2016 – 38,807 miles
  • 2015 – 30,745 miles
  • 2014 – 23,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,167 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (f))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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass71,167 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    71,167 miles
    Test number
    589943017602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail71,155 miles (+1,982)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,155 miles
    Test number
    271072229086
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass69,173 miles (+1,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    69,173 miles
    Test number
    353110453384
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass67,555 miles (+1,623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    67,555 miles
    Test number
    668495775007
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top Shock Mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top Shock Mount (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass65,932 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    65,932 miles
    Test number
    487021386519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,209 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    65,209 miles
    Test number
    932065291582
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (165/60/15h ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres light perishing sidewalls (165/60/15h ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail65,209 miles (+2,010)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,209 miles
    Test number
    594443750599
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer bottle empty (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (165/60/15h ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres light perishing sidewalls (165/60/15h ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass63,199 miles (+1,445)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,199 miles
    Test number
    364678031257
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged light fraying (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to front (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass61,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,754 miles
    Test number
    373866627509
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail61,754 miles (+1,847)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,754 miles
    Test number
    244610610826
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass59,907 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,907 miles
    Test number
    748617531712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail59,907 miles (+4,760)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,907 miles
    Test number
    610950508712
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass55,147 miles (+8,304)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,147 miles
    Test number
    702892908412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,843 miles (+8,036)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,843 miles
    Test number
    713964773502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,807 miles
    Test number
    861590573806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,807 miles (+8,062)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,807 miles
    Test number
    352322871711
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass30,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,745 miles
    Test number
    901149892564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,745 miles (+6,814)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,745 miles
    Test number
    496688564064
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass23,931 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    23,931 miles
    Test number
    829189934227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR61 ELU

Does LR61 ELU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 ELU is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 ELU?
The MOT on LR61 ELU is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 ELU done?
LR61 ELU was recorded at 71,167 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 3,989 miles a year.
Has LR61 ELU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 ELU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 ELU 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 ELU find?
LR61 ELU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear service brake binding but not excessively n/s and o/s.

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