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S6 PPW

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Grey Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,518 mi
Last recorded14,518 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS6 PPW
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 14,518 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 14,385 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 13,913 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 13,777 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 13,632 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 13,617 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2010 13,153 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 12,248 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 11,357 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 11,226 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 11,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

park brake efforts low at 17%

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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S6 PPW is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Grey with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S6 PPW, 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

How do I check the history of S6 PPW?

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What year was S6 PPW registered?

S6 PPW is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 8 December 1998.

Is S6 PPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S6 PPW shows 11 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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