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EFC 278A

1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,238 mi
Last recorded8,238 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia46,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFC 278A
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelGiulia
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 8,238 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

n/s/f floor split by seat mount

rear brakes 30% out of balance on application

Fail 22 May 2014 8,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

n/s/f floor split by seat mount

rear brakes 30% out of balance on application

Pass 11 Sep 2012 7,858 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 6,892 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2010 6,671 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 4,050 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 2,404 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 1,691 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 854 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Giulia?

Based on 41,272 MOT tests across 7,093 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
6,606
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
7,093
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
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EFC 278A is a 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 46,830 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 Giulia fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EFC 278A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Giulia typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 63 years old, this Alfa Romeo Giulia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EFC 278A registered?

EFC 278A is a 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia, first registered on 31 December 1963.

Is EFC 278A safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFC 278A shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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