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S654 DHU

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

6,107 mi
Last recorded6,107 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS654 DHU
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 6,107 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 5,978 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 5,871 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 5,565 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 5,535 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 5,523 miles

under tray fitted.

Pass 11 Jul 2019 5,445 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 5,166 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 4,879 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 4,570 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 4,336 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 3,582 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 3,582 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 3,529 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 3,629 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 15 Jun 2011 3,629 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 3,416 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 3,294 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 3,244 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 3,072 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 2,982 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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S654 DHU is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 S654 DHU, 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 S654 DHU registered?

S654 DHU is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is S654 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S654 DHU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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