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F952 SMP

1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint

Black Petrol 1712cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2023
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

43,159 mi
Last recorded43,159 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint66,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF952 SMP
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSprint
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,712cc
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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2022 43,159 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 43,159 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2017 43,050 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 42,998 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 42,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 42,923 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 42,814 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 42,814 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 42,550 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 42,117 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 42,115 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2011 41,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 41,790 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 40,921 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Feb 2010 40,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 40,097 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 40,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 38,871 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 38,871 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 37,672 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 37,672 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 36,022 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 36,022 miles

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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F952 SMP is a 1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint in Black with a 1,712cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 F952 SMP, 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 F952 SMP registered?

F952 SMP is a 1989 Alfa Romeo Sprint, first registered on 13 February 1989.

Is F952 SMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F952 SMP shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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