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S22 APR

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

61,312 mi
Last recorded61,312 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS22 APR
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 61,312 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 61,312 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 61,112 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 59,317 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 59,317 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 57,309 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 57,309 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 56,570 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 55,260 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 55,260 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 52,381 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 52,377 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 52,067 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jan 2015 52,065 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 50,197 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 50,197 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 47,075 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 47,075 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 42,273 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 40,436 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 40,289 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise hand brake travel high

Pass 5 Aug 2009 37,638 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 33,507 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 33,499 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 31,148 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 29,599 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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S22 APR is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 S22 APR, 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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S22 APR is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S22 APR shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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