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LPE 811K

1972 Alfa Romeo GT

Silver Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

59,094 mi
Last recorded59,094 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT55,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPE 811K
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelGT
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 59,094 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside nearside head lamp masks fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2021 53,175 miles

steering box seapage of oil

Fail 15 Jun 2021 53,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kicks of to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kicks of to the right (4.1.2 (c))

steering box seapage of oil

Pass 5 Jun 2020 52,607 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 47,984 miles

near side bottom joint squek

play in rear hubs suspect play from diff

Fail 19 Oct 2016 47,984 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

near side bottom joint squek

play in rear hubs suspect play from diff

Pass 21 Oct 2015 45,419 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2014 41,054 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 40,288 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 40,288 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 37,418 miles

oil leak steering box

rear seat back not secure but no seat belts and metal back

slight play both rear wheel bearings

Pass 12 Jul 2011 34,796 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

rear seat backs not secure but no seat belts and meatal back

Fail 12 Jul 2011 34,796 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

rear seat backs not secure but no seat belts and meatal back

Pass 20 Jul 2010 32,190 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 32,190 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 28,794 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2008 28,758 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo GT?

Based on 118,469 MOT tests across 7,758 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,358
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
7,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,784
position lamp(s) not working 4,336
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 3,874
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,402
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,227
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LPE 811K is a 1972 Alfa Romeo GT in Silver with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1972 Alfa Romeo GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 55,053 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 GT fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,784 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LPE 811K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo GT typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 54 years old, this Alfa Romeo GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LPE 811K registered?

LPE 811K is a 1972 Alfa Romeo GT, first registered on 22 May 1972.

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