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RJ03 NZD

2003 Alfa Romeo Spider

Black Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,218 mi
Last recorded37,218 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider61,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 NZD
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 37,218 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 37,218 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2025 34,079 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 32,747 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear brake performance low. (1.2.1 (c))

Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 2 May 2023 30,630 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 27,321 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 26,084 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 23,972 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 23,911 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 23,873 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge/ 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

slight seepage of oil around steering rack

Pass 9 May 2016 23,537 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 23,288 miles

Oil leak

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2014 23,021 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 22,532 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 22,075 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 21,727 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 21,285 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 19,757 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 19,244 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 19,244 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 18,791 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 18,037 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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RJ03 NZD is a 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider in Black with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,698 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 RJ03 NZD, 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 23 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 RJ03 NZD registered?

RJ03 NZD is a 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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The MOT history for RJ03 NZD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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