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MLC 51L

1972 Alfa Romeo 2000

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,499 mi
Last recorded4,499 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 1972 Alfa Romeo 200053,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLC 51L
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model2000
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 4,499 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 2,842 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 2,408 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 2,403 miles

Nearside Inner Steering locking device missing track rod ends (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Inner Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Outer Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 1,854 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 1,385 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 908 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 354 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 99,746 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 98,985 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 98,558 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 98,358 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 98,352 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 May 2010 97,753 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 96,403 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 95,684 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 95,627 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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MLC 51L is a 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000 in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MLC 51L, 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 MLC 51L registered?

MLC 51L is a 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is MLC 51L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLC 51L shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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