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RFX 244W

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,765 mi
Last recorded16,765 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFX 244W
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 16,765 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 16,765 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 16,579 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 16,579 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 16,563 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 16,561 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 16,111 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unable to open boot

Fail 2 Jun 2008 16,111 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unable to open boot

Pass 6 Apr 2006 11,712 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 11,712 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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RFX 244W is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RFX 244W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFX 244W registered?

RFX 244W is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is RFX 244W safe to buy?

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