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BU14 XLA

2014 Chevrolet Spark

Blue Petrol 905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,717 mi
Last recorded34,717 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 Chevrolet Spark37,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU14 XLA
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 34,717 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 32,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 31,341 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 31,341 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 29,686 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 29,686 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 27,369 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 27,369 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 24,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 21,990 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2020 21,971 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively ON BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 15,839 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 11,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 7,884 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Spark?

Based on 273,626 MOT tests across 19,123 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,320
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
19,123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,137
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,118
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BU14 XLA is a 2014 Chevrolet Spark in Blue with a 905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2014 Chevrolet Spark models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 37,576 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Spark fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU14 XLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Spark typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 12 years old, this Chevrolet Spark is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU14 XLA?

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What year was BU14 XLA registered?

BU14 XLA is a 2014 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 5 March 2014.

Is BU14 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU14 XLA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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