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LUI 822

1986 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,636 mi
Last recorded54,636 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Alfa Romeo Spider88,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 822
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 54,636 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 54,381 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 54,612 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

washers working intermitantly

Fail 11 Mar 2024 53,972 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 53,609 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 53,622 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 52,301 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 50,696 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 50,651 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 50,625 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 50,587 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 48,941 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 47,875 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 47,592 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 45,076 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 44,548 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 44,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 43,495 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 42,741 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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LUI 822 is a 1986 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1986 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 88,988 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 LUI 822, 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 40 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUI 822?

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What year was LUI 822 registered?

LUI 822 is a 1986 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is LUI 822 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUI 822 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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