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F938 PLP

1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint

Red Petrol 1712cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,172 mi
Last recorded91,172 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint66,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF938 PLP
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSprint
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,712cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 91,172 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 91,172 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2006 91,148 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Sprint?

Based on 836 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
383
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
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F938 PLP is a 1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint in Red with a 1,712cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 66,862 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 Sprint fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F938 PLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 37 years old, this Alfa Romeo Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F938 PLP registered?

F938 PLP is a 1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint, first registered on 3 March 1989.

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The MOT history for F938 PLP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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