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URB 42S

1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud

Red Petrol 1351cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,923 mi
Last recorded44,923 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud56,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURB 42S
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelAlfasud
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,351cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 May 2013 44,923 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 44,882 miles

fuel filler neck rubber pipe very deteriated but not leaking

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Alfasud?

Based on 3,126 MOT tests across 420 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 207
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 160
brake binding 121
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 106
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URB 42S is a 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud in Red with a 1,351cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 56,166 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Alfasud fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying URB 42S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Alfasud typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Alfa Romeo Alfasud is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was URB 42S registered?

URB 42S is a 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, first registered on 3 February 1978.

Is URB 42S safe to buy?

The MOT history for URB 42S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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