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S371 LJW

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Silver Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests25 (23 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate92%

Mileage

42,632 mi
Last recorded42,632 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS371 LJW
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

23 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 42,632 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 42,632 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 41,334 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 41,311 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 40,612 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 38,744 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray insecure

Pass 5 May 2021 38,744 miles

bottom engine cover loose and damaged

rear tyres worn

Pass 9 Apr 2019 37,597 miles

bottom engine cover damaged and loose

rear tyres worn

Pass 20 Apr 2018 36,442 miles

oil leak

rear tyres worn

Fail 20 Apr 2018 36,442 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

oil leak

rear tyres worn

Pass 21 Mar 2017 36,440 miles

rear tyres worn

Pass 15 Apr 2016 35,954 miles

rear tyres worn

Pass 16 Apr 2015 35,413 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 32,482 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 31,776 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 30,784 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 30,690 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 29,934 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 28,635 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 28,597 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 27,912 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 27,617 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 27,227 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 26,654 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 25,985 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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S371 LJW is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Silver with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92%.

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 S371 LJW, 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 S371 LJW registered?

S371 LJW is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 6 October 1998.

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