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M44 LSB

1996 Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,249 mi
Last recorded30,249 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider82,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM44 LSB
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 30,249 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 29,985 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 29,737 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 29,652 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 28,973 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on front catalytic joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Apr 2022 28,973 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on front catalytic joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 28,509 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 28,286 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front shock absorber dust cover damaged

Offside Front shock absorber dust cover split

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

Fail 20 Apr 2020 28,241 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber dust cover damaged

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front shock absorber dust cover split

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 28,068 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi pipe at the joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 28,063 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi pipe at the joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,771 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 26,231 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 24,840 miles

undertrays fitted

undertrays insecure

Pass 10 Apr 2015 24,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 23,618 miles

rear tyres surface cracks

Pass 23 Apr 2013 22,826 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 22,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 22,797 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 22,751 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 22,692 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 22,528 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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M44 LSB is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 82,049 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 M44 LSB, 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 30 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M44 LSB registered?

M44 LSB is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is M44 LSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M44 LSB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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