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R246 RWP

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

49,468 mi
Last recorded49,468 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 RWP
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 49,468 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 46,975 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 43,505 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

drivers side retracting very slow and sticking

noisy bearing (pulley) when engine running

steering very noisy on lock

Fail 30 Nov 2013 43,505 miles

Brake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

drivers side retracting very slow and sticking

noisy bearing (pulley) when engine running

steering very noisy on lock

Pass 29 Nov 2012 40,336 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 40,336 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 27,582 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 17,162 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 13,135 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 11,872 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 11,869 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2006 10,317 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 10,317 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R246 RWP is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 77,205 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 R246 RWP, 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 28 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R246 RWP registered?

R246 RWP is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R246 RWP safe to buy?

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