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VBR 289K

1972 Alfa Romeo 2000

Blue Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,199 mi
Last recorded90,199 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Alfa Romeo 200053,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBR 289K
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model2000
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 90,199 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 85,877 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 85,412 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 85,182 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 81,715 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 80,971 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 77,646 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 77,181 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 73,779 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 73,399 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 72,994 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 68,669 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 67,690 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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VBR 289K is a 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000 in Blue with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 53,632 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 VBR 289K, 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 54 years old, this Alfa Romeo 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VBR 289K registered?

VBR 289K is a 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is VBR 289K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBR 289K shows 13 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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