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E194 XKH

1989 Alfa Romeo Spider

Silver Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

44,396 mi
Last recorded44,396 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 1989 Alfa Romeo Spider101,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE194 XKH
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2026 44,396 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 43,350 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 43,350 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 42,842 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 68,836 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight play in wheel bearings

Pass 26 Jun 2018 68,836 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 68,836 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 68,836 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 May 2016 68,836 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 68,836 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 68,836 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 30 May 2013 68,836 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 May 2013 68,836 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 68,836 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 68,836 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 68,837 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 68,836 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 68,836 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 68,836 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 68,836 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 68,836 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 68,836 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 11 May 2006 68,836 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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E194 XKH is a 1989 Alfa Romeo Spider in Silver with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1989 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,139 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 E194 XKH, 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 37 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E194 XKH registered?

E194 XKH is a 1989 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 1 November 1989.

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