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HG11 BYD

2011 Chevrolet Spark

Red Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

30,162 mi
Last recorded30,162 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Chevrolet Spark48,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG11 BYD
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 30,162 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Dangerous (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 30,162 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Dangerous (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 25,689 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 19,987 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 16,749 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2022 16,749 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 16,337 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 15,604 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 14,124 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 14,127 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 13,229 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 11,451 miles

wiperblades starting to smear

Fail 9 May 2017 11,415 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

offside rear brake slight bind

wiperblades starting to smear

Pass 10 May 2016 10,525 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 8,728 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 8,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2014 6,685 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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HG11 BYD is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark in Red with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Chevrolet Spark models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 48,107 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 HG11 BYD, 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 15 years old, this Chevrolet Spark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HG11 BYD registered?

HG11 BYD is a 2011 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 13 May 2011.

Is HG11 BYD safe to buy?

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