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Chevrolet Spark

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,206 cc

LR61 EPUMOT history

LR61 EPU is a blue petrol Chevrolet Spark first used on 5 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 89,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

LR61 EPU blue Chevrolet Spark – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Chevrolet Spark, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
89,414 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 EPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Spark
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,206 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 EPU was last recorded at 89,414 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,697 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
717 miles
Average per year
5,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,414 miles
  • 2025 – 88,697 miles
  • 2024 – 87,142 miles
  • 2023 – 86,254 miles
  • 2022 – 82,413 miles
  • 2021 – 74,732 miles
  • 2020 – 67,617 miles
  • 2019 – 58,330 miles
  • 2018 – 50,587 miles
  • 2017 – 42,156 miles
  • 2016 – 34,365 miles
  • 2015 – 29,745 miles
  • 2014 – 25,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,414 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • 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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight play in front suspension leg top mountings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,414 miles (+717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    89,414 miles
    Test number
    323403188198
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,697 miles
    Test number
    102433059078
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail88,697 miles (+1,555)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,697 miles
    Test number
    740955193306
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass87,142 miles (+888)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,142 miles
    Test number
    349170610737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,254 miles (+3,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    86,254 miles
    Test number
    875394642910
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass82,413 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,413 miles
    Test number
    666763213424
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisorySlight play in front suspension leg top mountings

  7. Fail82,371 miles (+7,639)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,371 miles
    Test number
    119529142800
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisorySlight play in front suspension leg top mountings

  8. Pass74,732 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,732 miles
    Test number
    390428386539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,646 miles (+7,029)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,646 miles
    Test number
    632045707259
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass67,617 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    829387526965
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail67,617 miles (+9,287)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    345056084111
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass58,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,330 miles
    Test number
    265708057398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,330 miles (+7,743)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,330 miles
    Test number
    786356057531
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass50,587 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,587 miles
    Test number
    792964242827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge and perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on outer edge and perishing

  15. Fail50,587 miles (+8,431)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,587 miles
    Test number
    723800889625
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge and perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on outer edge and perishing

  16. Pass42,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,156 miles
    Test number
    983990779508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,156 miles (+7,791)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,156 miles
    Test number
    425459457775
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass34,365 miles (+4,620)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,365 miles
    Test number
    659214432877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,745 miles (+3,926)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    29,745 miles
    Test number
    578829125142
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail25,819 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,819 miles
    Test number
    208302734434
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass25,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    25,819 miles
    Test number
    775222934197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 EPU

Does LR61 EPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 EPU is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 EPU?
The MOT on LR61 EPU is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 EPU done?
LR61 EPU was recorded at 89,414 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 5,157 miles a year.
Has LR61 EPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 EPU has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LR61 EPU 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 EPU find?
LR61 EPU passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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