Chevrolet Spark Ls (2013)
2013 Chevrolet Spark Ls
CarHunch analysed 189 real MOT records for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark Ls. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Chevrolet Spark LS struggles at MOT time, with a first-time pass rate of just 61% against the UK average of 80%—a clear red flag for reliability. The good news is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort, so failures tend to be fixable rather than safety-critical.
At 45,561 miles median, these cars show moderate wear for their age, yet they're averaging 0.87 failures per test, suggesting underlying issues beyond normal wear and tear. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the common failure patterns in this model, and budget for repairs beyond the initial purchase price.
What to check before buying a 2013 Chevrolet Spark Ls
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (72%) | 136 | 84.3% | 1.18 |
| Petrol (28%) | 53 | 1.4% | 0.06 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Chevrolet Spark Ls vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Chevrolet Spark Ls vehicles fall between 32,055 and 58,498 miles.
2013 Chevrolet Spark Ls — Still on the Road
84 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 65% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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