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SPR 168K

1972 Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,155 mi
Last recorded77,155 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2010
Typical for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider62,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPR 168K
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Jul 2010 77,155 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 77,155 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 76,955 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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SPR 168K is a 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 62,399 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 SPR 168K, 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 54 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SPR 168K?

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What year was SPR 168K registered?

SPR 168K is a 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is SPR 168K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPR 168K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPR 168K have outstanding finance?

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