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KML 197K

1972 Alfa Romeo 2000

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,814 mi
Last recorded65,814 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1972 Alfa Romeo 200053,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKML 197K
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model2000
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 65,814 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 May 2024 65,807 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 65,729 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 65,729 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 65,681 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 65,681 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2015 63,937 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 63,937 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 62,963 miles

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 61,852 miles

Engine oil leak.

Steering idler slight play.

Pass 28 Jun 2012 61,408 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 60,552 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 59,664 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 59,277 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 58,604 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 2000?

Based on 7,734 MOT tests across 805 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
805
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 316
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 306
brake binding 234
Stop lamp not working 231
Headlamp aim too low 186
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KML 197K is a 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 53,632 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 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KML 197K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Alfa Romeo 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KML 197K registered?

KML 197K is a 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is KML 197K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KML 197K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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