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SNM 642R

1977 Alfa Romeo Alfetta

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,709 mi
Last recorded89,709 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfetta75,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNM 642R
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelAlfetta
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 89,709 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 10 May 2014 88,847 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 87,801 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 86,393 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 86,393 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 85,827 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 85,825 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

O/S Wiper operating arm rubbing on clutch reservoir

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

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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SNM 642R is a 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfetta in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 75,518 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SNM 642R, 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 49 years old, this Alfa Romeo Alfetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SNM 642R registered?

SNM 642R is a 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfetta, first registered on 1 March 1977.

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