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F228 FKM

1989 Alfa Romeo 33

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,922 mi
Last recorded59,922 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 1989 Alfa Romeo 3381,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF228 FKM
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model33
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 59,922 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 59,204 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 95,213 miles

offside front and both rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 20 Apr 2011 95,212 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside front and both rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 16 Apr 2010 87,822 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 87,822 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 86,916 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 80,311 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 80,310 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 33?

Based on 3,351 MOT tests across 631 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
1,194
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 412
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 212
Brake pipe excessively corroded 156
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 95
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F228 FKM is a 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 81,394 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 33 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 412 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F228 FKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 33 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Alfa Romeo 33 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F228 FKM registered?

F228 FKM is a 1989 Alfa Romeo 33, first registered on 11 January 1989.

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