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WCN 269Y

1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta

Red Petrol 2492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

28,239 mi
Last recorded28,239 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta45,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCN 269Y
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelAlfetta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,492cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 28,239 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal corroded by rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal corroded by front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2026 28,238 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal corroded by rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal corroded by front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 28,166 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 28,125 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL AREA CORRODED (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security DRIVERS FOOTWELL AND SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL AREA CORRODED (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 27,920 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 27,792 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 27,593 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 26,525 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 25,792 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 25,436 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated Small split. (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 24,797 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 23,765 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Apr 2014 23,765 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,295 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 22,850 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 22,049 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

N/S/R wheel bearing has slight play no noise.

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 21,946 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 20,928 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine has oil leaks..reverse lights inop..

Pass 17 Apr 2008 19,225 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

hand brake requires attention poor

oil leak on engine

Pass 29 Mar 2007 17,953 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 17,953 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 17,015 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2005 15,428 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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WCN 269Y is a 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta in Red with a 2,492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 45,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WCN 269Y, 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 43 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 WCN 269Y registered?

WCN 269Y is a 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta, first registered on 26 April 1983.

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