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R730 JBU

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Silver Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

129,230 mi
Last recorded129,230 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR730 JBU
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2012 129,230 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 129,230 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 124,349 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 124,349 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 117,284 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Mar 2010 117,284 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 109,735 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 98,781 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 98,781 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 86,952 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2006 77,412 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 77,412 miles

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

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

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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R730 JBU is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Silver with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 R730 JBU, 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 R730 JBU registered?

R730 JBU is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R730 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R730 JBU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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