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BFW 861W

1981 Alfa Romeo 2000

Silver Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,450 mi
Last recorded80,450 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 861W
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model2000
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 80,450 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 80,139 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 80,138 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Exhaust joint (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 79,228 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 2000?

Based on 7,734 MOT tests across 805 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
805
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 316
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 306
brake binding 234
Stop lamp not working 231
Headlamp aim too low 186
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BFW 861W is a 1981 Alfa Romeo 2000 in Silver with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFW 861W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 45 years old, this Alfa Romeo 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BFW 861W registered?

BFW 861W is a 1981 Alfa Romeo 2000, first registered on 30 June 1981.

Is BFW 861W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 861W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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