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SPE 137L

1996 Alfa Romeo Spider

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

94,184 mi
Last recorded94,184 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider82,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPE 137L
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 94,184 miles

Slight movement on steering box top cover when steering rocked too and fro

Pass 9 Feb 2017 45,202 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 44,601 miles

Offside front brake disc scored

Slight corrosion on offside rear disc (lack of use?)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 44,583 miles

Steering box fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2014 43,914 miles

Slight corrosion in outer sill by nearside rear jacking point

Fail 11 Jun 2014 43,914 miles

Fuel hose excessively chafed (7.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight corrosion in outer sill by nearside rear jacking point

Pass 11 Jan 2013 43,298 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 42,931 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 42,587 miles

Offside front brake hose close to subframe on full lock

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

Fail 14 May 2010 42,587 miles

Offside front brake hose close to subframe on full lock

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

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 16 May 2009 41,646 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 41,640 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Offside front brake hose close to rubbing when steering on full lock

Wear in steering box

offside inner track rod end on the outer track rod joint dry

Pass 23 May 2008 40,314 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 40,306 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fuel cap seal worn

Nearside Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside wiper blade worn

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 15 May 2007 39,796 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 39,784 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

wiper blades worn. n/s/r brake sticking.

Pass 2 May 2006 38,003 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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SPE 137L is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 82,049 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 Spider fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPE 137L, 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 30 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SPE 137L registered?

SPE 137L is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is SPE 137L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPE 137L shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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