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R997 KGE

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,165 mi
Last recorded75,165 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR997 KGE
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 75,165 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 75,165 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 74,765 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 72,966 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 72,336 miles

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

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

offside number plate light dim

Pass 12 May 2011 71,946 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 70,433 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 67,895 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 65,610 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 62,810 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 62,810 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 59,985 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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R997 KGE is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R997 KGE, 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 R997 KGE registered?

R997 KGE is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is R997 KGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R997 KGE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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