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WP51 HXY

2001 Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

49,966 mi
Last recorded49,966 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider64,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP51 HXY
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 49,966 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 49,962 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 49,779 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 49,479 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 48,814 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 47,415 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 46,816 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 23 Jul 2018 46,816 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 39,747 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 38,221 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 35,156 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 35,156 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 32,591 miles

slight oil leak from cooling pipe

Fail 23 Jun 2014 32,588 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Both rear bump stop broken away from housings

EML on

front exhaust heatshield insecure

slight oil leak from cooling pipe

Pass 2 Jul 2013 30,278 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 30,032 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 29,087 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 26,711 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 24,098 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 21,540 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 17,031 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 10,522 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2005 10,522 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WP51 HXY is a 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider in Blue with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 64,239 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WP51 HXY, 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 25 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WP51 HXY registered?

WP51 HXY is a 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is WP51 HXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP51 HXY shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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