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Chevrolet Spark

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,206 cc

LR61 PLJMOT history

LR61 PLJ is a blue petrol Chevrolet Spark first used on 23 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2026 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

LR61 PLJ blue Chevrolet Spark – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2026
Mileage
116,654 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 PLJ
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
23 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR61 PLJ was last recorded at 116,654 miles on 8 May 2026, 10,358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,296 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
10,358 miles
Average per year
6,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,654 miles
  • 2025 – 106,296 miles
  • 2024 – 100,127 miles
  • 2023 – 95,595 miles
  • 2022 – 93,989 miles
  • 2020 – 92,251 miles
  • 2019 – 89,087 miles
  • 2018 – 85,403 miles
  • 2016 – 81,559 miles
  • 2015 – 61,786 miles
  • 2014 – 43,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,654 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/s 5-6mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/6015 cut across tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all four tyres (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped and showing signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/6015 edges and sidewall worn due to low pressure (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySump heavily corroded

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust mounting defective exhaust front pipe mount bracket missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded and have a covering of grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes corroded and have a covering of grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Cover sills and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust centre box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,654 miles (+10,358)2 dangerous6 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,654 miles
    Test number
    207237499070
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/s 5-6mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/6015 cut across tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all four tyres (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped and showing signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/6015 edges and sidewall worn due to low pressure (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySump heavily corroded

  2. Pass106,296 miles (+6,169)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,296 miles
    Test number
    159436274502
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/6015 close to limit and side wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass100,127 miles (+112)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,127 miles
    Test number
    925727658322
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust front pipe mount bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded and have a covering of grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes corroded and have a covering of grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCover sills and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded

  4. Fail100,015 miles (+4,420)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,015 miles
    Test number
    274113849692
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre worn to 3mm, bald on outer and the shoulders splitting open 165/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust front pipe mount bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded and have a covering of grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes corroded and have a covering of grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCover sills and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded

  5. Pass95,595 miles (+181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    95,595 miles
    Test number
    788684274910
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,414 miles (+1,425)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,414 miles
    Test number
    538080124858
    • AdvisoryFront ( Sump Corroded )
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ( Both N/S and O/S ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ( Both N/S and O/S From Brake Hose To Cylinder ) (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass93,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,989 miles
    Test number
    551968334765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,989 miles (+1,738)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,989 miles
    Test number
    368448735471
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass92,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,251 miles
    Test number
    911626101786
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail92,251 miles (+3,164)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,251 miles
    Test number
    120840530300
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass89,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,087 miles
    Test number
    403440954544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,087 miles (+3,684)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,087 miles
    Test number
    656025139016
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass85,403 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,403 miles
    Test number
    896505314001
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail85,403 miles (+3,844)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,403 miles
    Test number
    187146638721
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass81,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,559 miles
    Test number
    615657558132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,559 miles (+19,773)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,559 miles
    Test number
    662786980248
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass61,786 miles (+18,557)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,786 miles
    Test number
    799519310822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,229 miles
    Test number
    909525294249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail43,229 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,229 miles
    Test number
    757605494256
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LR61 PLJ

Does LR61 PLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR61 PLJ expired on 16 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR61 PLJ?
The MOT on LR61 PLJ expired on 16 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR61 PLJ done?
LR61 PLJ was recorded at 116,654 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 6,361 miles a year.
Has LR61 PLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 PLJ has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 PLJ 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 PLJ find?
LR61 PLJ failed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/s 5-6mm; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn, and 17 more.

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