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DBV 806S

1978 Alfa Romeo Spider

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,569 mi
Last recorded88,569 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2006
Typical for 1978 Alfa Romeo Spider58,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBV 806S
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2006 88,569 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 88,481 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Spider?

Based on 124,331 MOT tests across 8,177 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,906
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
8,177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,076
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,433
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,048
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,697
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,135
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DBV 806S is a 1978 Alfa Romeo Spider in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 58,023 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 Spider fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBV 806S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Spider typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 48 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBV 806S?

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What year was DBV 806S registered?

DBV 806S is a 1978 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is DBV 806S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBV 806S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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