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L19 TJW

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Black Diesel 2387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,793 mi
Last recorded97,793 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL19 TJW
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,387cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 97,793 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 96,718 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2024 96,694 miles

Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified cut and welded (8.2.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 95,852 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 94,464 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 90,034 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 83,950 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 81,092 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 76,984 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 74,389 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 71,743 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 69,131 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 63,128 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 55,075 miles

both front tyres scrubbed badly

Pass 27 Nov 2012 41,534 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 23,770 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Spider?

Based on 124,331 MOT tests across 8,177 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,906
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
8,177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,076
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,433
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,048
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,697
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,135
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L19 TJW is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Black with a 2,387cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 49,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Spider fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L19 TJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Spider typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 18 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L19 TJW registered?

L19 TJW is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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