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DYL 249C

1965 Alfa Romeo Spider

White Petrol 2584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,119 mi
Last recorded61,119 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYL 249C
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 61,119 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 61,079 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 61,078 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 61,046 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 60,846 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 60,810 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 60,653 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 60,444 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 60,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 60,378 miles

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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DYL 249C is a 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider in White with a 2,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DYL 249C, 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 61 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 DYL 249C?

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What year was DYL 249C registered?

DYL 249C is a 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 18 March 1965.

Is DYL 249C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYL 249C shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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