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Y168 MJH

2001 Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

23,502 mi
Last recorded23,502 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider64,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY168 MJH
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2013 23,502 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 23,501 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 21,170 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 18,998 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 18,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 16,547 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 14,537 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 14,537 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 12,215 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 12,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 22 Jun 2007 8,821 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 8,821 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 2,817 miles

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

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

front brake discs lipped and slightly rusty

front tyres 2mm on inside edges

rear discs slightly rusty

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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Y168 MJH is a 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 Y168 MJH, 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.

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What year was Y168 MJH registered?

Y168 MJH is a 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 10 March 2001.

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