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AUV 792T

1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

282 mi
Last recorded282 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta51,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUV 792T
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelAlfetta
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 282 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 241 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 95,434 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 94,887 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 93,814 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 93,015 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 92,826 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 92,826 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 84,136 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 84,136 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Alfetta?

Based on 2,542 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 103
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
brake binding 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 58
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AUV 792T is a 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 51,431 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 Alfa Romeo Alfetta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AUV 792T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Alfetta typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Alfa Romeo Alfetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AUV 792T registered?

AUV 792T is a 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta, first registered on 11 April 1979.

Is AUV 792T safe to buy?

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