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N550 ENX

1996 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

79,341 mi
Last recorded79,341 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider82,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN550 ENX
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2014 79,341 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 79,198 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 78,989 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 78,857 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 78,671 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 78,671 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2009 78,604 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 78,502 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 11 Jul 2006 77,853 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 77,273 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 77,273 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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N550 ENX is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 N550 ENX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N550 ENX?

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What year was N550 ENX registered?

N550 ENX is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N550 ENX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N550 ENX shows 11 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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