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N988 HTW

1996 Alfa Romeo Spider

Silver Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,883 mi
Last recorded115,883 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider82,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN988 HTW
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2011 115,883 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 114,383 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 112,804 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 111,236 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 109,851 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 107,943 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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N988 HTW is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider in Silver with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N988 HTW, 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

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What year was N988 HTW registered?

N988 HTW is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N988 HTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N988 HTW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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