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Y188 OTU

2001 Alfa Romeo Spider

Black Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,946 mi
Last recorded81,946 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider64,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY188 OTU
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2013 81,946 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 81,930 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 77,999 miles

Front brakes have imbalance.

Front bumper damaged.

Windscreen washer jet system faulty.

Pass 3 Mar 2011 73,927 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 69,661 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 69,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)

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

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)

air bag light on

Pass 26 Mar 2009 63,783 miles

hand brake travel getting long

Pass 1 Apr 2008 56,492 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 48,205 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 38,580 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 38,580 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear 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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Y188 OTU is a 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider in Black with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y188 OTU, 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 Y188 OTU registered?

Y188 OTU is a 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 19 March 2001.

Is Y188 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y188 OTU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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