CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y114 CGO

2001 Alfa Romeo Spider

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests32 (20 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

126,946 mi
Last recorded126,946 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider64,239 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Alfa Romeo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY114 CGO
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 12 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 126,946 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2026 126,944 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 126,365 miles

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

General corrosion taking place

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 126,361 miles

Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

General corrosion taking place

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 120,985 miles

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

General corrosion taking place

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2024 120,460 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

General corrosion taking place

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 115,229 miles

Bonnet wont stay up without aid

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 115,189 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Bonnet wont stay up without aid

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 108,302 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 108,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 105,068 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Dec 2020 105,051 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 93,870 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 93,842 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 93,830 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight pin hole (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 May 2017 86,446 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 86,324 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 86,117 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

rear discs corrode

Pass 23 Apr 2014 84,106 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 84,106 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 881,340 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

other warning lights on

Fail 10 Apr 2013 81,281 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

other warning lights on

Pass 6 Mar 2012 78,633 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f and o/s/r tyre sidewall cut

Pass 11 Oct 2010 76,316 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front bumper insecure

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 73,340 miles

airbag light on

damage to sill lips

drivers seat belt twisted

engine management light on

front number plate loose

nail in n/s rear tyre

o/s rear tyre worn on outside edge

rear coil springs corroded

rear exhaust mounting broken

rear number plate deteriorated

Fail 28 Oct 2009 73,330 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

airbag light on

damage to sill lips

drivers seat belt twisted

engine management light on

front number plate loose

nail in n/s rear tyre

o/s rear tyre worn on outside edge

rear coil springs corroded

rear exhaust mounting broken

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 28 Oct 2008 69,570 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 69,566 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 51,005 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 36,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2006 26,641 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 26,641 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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
Full Alfa Romeo Spider reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y114 CGO is a 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 Y114 CGO, 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

How do I check the history of Y114 CGO?

You can check the full history of Y114 CGO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y114 CGO registered?

Y114 CGO is a 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y114 CGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y114 CGO shows 32 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y114 CGO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y114 CGO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.