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N865 KBF

1996 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

103,988 mi
Last recorded103,988 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider82,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN865 KBF
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2019 103,988 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 100,962 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 100,962 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 98,906 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2017 98,905 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 50 16 (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

tail pipe corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2015 98,895 miles

outer sill covers fitted

rear tail pipe corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2015 98,895 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

outer sill covers fitted

rear tail pipe corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2013 91,488 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 95,782 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 92,502 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010
Fail 20 Sep 2010

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 21 Sep 2009

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2009

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2008

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2008

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007
Fail 18 Sep 2007

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

REAR TYRES OUT OF SHAPE

Pass 18 Sep 2006 76,652 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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N865 KBF is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N865 KBF, 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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N865 KBF is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 31 May 1996.

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