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SFW 16R

1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,453 mi
Last recorded21,453 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta51,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFW 16R
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelAlfetta
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 21,453 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 18,794 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 18,082 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 18,060 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 17,170 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 16,333 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 16,329 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 14,355 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 8,587 miles

handbrake has a lot of travel

Pass 28 Jul 2011 7,019 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 5,209 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 4,108 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 3,298 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 1,708 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 409 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Alfetta?

Based on 2,542 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 103
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
brake binding 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 58
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SFW 16R is a 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 51,616 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Alfetta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFW 16R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Alfetta typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 50 years old, this Alfa Romeo Alfetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SFW 16R registered?

SFW 16R is a 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta, first registered on 18 November 1976.

Is SFW 16R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFW 16R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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