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S12 SPY

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,510 mi
Last recorded38,510 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS12 SPY
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2026 38,510 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 37,274 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 32,745 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 31,635 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 30,585 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 29,299 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 28,522 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 27,317 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 26,226 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 25,449 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 24,548 miles

rear exhaust starting to leak.

Pass 22 Oct 2008 21,708 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 20,476 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 18,398 miles

slight corrosion to front discs

Pass 22 Oct 2005 16,514 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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S12 SPY is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S12 SPY, 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 S12 SPY registered?

S12 SPY is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S12 SPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S12 SPY shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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