Chevrolet Spark (2013)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 6,759 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,750

£146/month

MOT Pass Rate

73%

Average

Road Tax

£20

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

905cc Petrol

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73% pass rate, £1,750/year to run. 9 points below average.

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Petrol905cc13 years old6,759 tests68k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 905cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£20

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£500

Total per year£1,750

Per month£146/mo

Per week£34/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

73% MOT pass rate(Average)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 9 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data.

73% of MOT tests on Chevrolet Sparks from 2013 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 11 years old. That's based on 6,759 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 67,508 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2013 models542nd of 588(bottom 8%)

Rank among Chevrolet models46th of 86(bottom half)

vs average of all models-9%(82% avg)

vs 2013 models average-7%(80% avg)

vs Chevrolet average-3%(76% avg)

Mileage Analysis

67,508

Average miles

81,400

Expected for age

The average 2013 Chevrolet Spark had 67,508 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2014 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 75%, while the 2012 model has the lowest at 72%. The 2013 scores 73%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Chevrolet Spark by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2014	75%	1,289	54,168 mi
2013	73%	6,759	67,508 mi
2012	72%	6,632	69,548 mi
2011	73%	6,692	71,578 mi
2010	73%	5,592	71,968 mi

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2015 · 998cc Petrol

£1,600/year

81%

+8%

Vauxhall Corsa

2015 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,153/year

78%

+5%

Nissan Qashqai

2015 · 1400cc Petrol

£2,003/year

81%

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Volkswagen Polo

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About the 2013 Chevrolet Spark

The 2013 Chevrolet Spark is a city car. Our records list a 905cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 6,759 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 8% of 2013 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 67,508 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Chevrolet Spark owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2013 Chevrolet Spark Fuel Costs

The modest 905cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2013 Chevrolet Spark?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,750 (£146/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 73% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Chevrolet Spark Reliability Trend

The Chevrolet Spark has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2013 Chevrolet Spark

At 13 years old, the Chevrolet Spark is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2014 model has the highest pass rate at 75%. With 6,759 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2013 Chevrolet Spark Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 1,538 MOT tests on the 2013 Chevrolet Spark that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Lights and electrics46%
Same age: 41%
Brakes37%
Same age: 22% (fails on this more often)
Suspension36%
Same age: 37%
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors17%
Same age: 14%

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Chevrolet Spark reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2013 Chevrolet Spark stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Chevrolet Spark(2013)	73%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,750
Ford Fiesta(2015)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£150
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£403
Nissan Qashqai(2015)	81%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£253
Volkswagen Polo(2015)	82%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,750same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2013 Chevrolet Spark

Is the 2013 Chevrolet Spark reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. 73% of MOT tests on 2013 Chevrolet Sparks ended in a pass, from 6,759 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2013 Chevrolet Spark cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,750 a year (£146 a month): £1,175 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT and £500 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2013 Chevrolet Spark?

73% of 6,759 MOT tests on the 2013 Chevrolet Spark ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 542nd of 588 models first registered in 2013 (bottom 8%).

Which year Chevrolet Spark has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2014 Chevrolet Spark has the highest MOT pass rate at 75% and the 2012 the lowest at 72%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2013 Chevrolet Spark?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2013 Chevrolet Spark is 67,508 miles, which is in line with the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.