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SMY 187R

1977 Alfa Romeo 2000

Blue Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,318 mi
Last recorded82,318 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 Alfa Romeo 200064,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMY 187R
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model2000
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 82,318 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 82,105 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 81,854 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 81,599 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 81,599 miles

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

Coolant leak

Pass 5 Jun 2014 81,254 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

under vehicle has slight corrosion

Pass 11 May 2013 80,881 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 80,560 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 80,533 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2010 80,409 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 80,409 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 80,242 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 80,086 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 79,756 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 2000?

Based on 7,734 MOT tests across 805 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
805
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 316
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 306
brake binding 234
Stop lamp not working 231
Headlamp aim too low 186
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SMY 187R is a 1977 Alfa Romeo 2000 in Blue with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1977 Alfa Romeo 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 64,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMY 187R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 49 years old, this Alfa Romeo 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SMY 187R registered?

SMY 187R is a 1977 Alfa Romeo 2000, first registered on 19 May 1977.

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