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YPE 409T

1978 Alfa Romeo 2000

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,222 mi
Last recorded70,222 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1978 Alfa Romeo 200062,031 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPE 409T
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model2000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 70,222 miles

Nearside Front floor corroded and holed

Offside Outer sill lower edge corroded

Rear flexi brake hose oil contaminated

Fail 12 Mar 2024 70,221 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front floor corroded and holed

Offside Outer sill lower edge corroded

Rear flexi brake hose oil contaminated

Pass 22 Mar 2023 68,935 miles

Nearside Front slight corrosion

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front slight corrosion

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 22 Mar 2023 68,935 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front slight corrosion

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front slight corrosion

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 68,376 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 9 Jun 2010 68,376 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2009 67,127 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 69,695 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 64,370 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 63,185 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 2000?

Based on 7,734 MOT tests across 805 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
805
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 316
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 306
brake binding 234
Stop lamp not working 231
Headlamp aim too low 186
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YPE 409T is a 1978 Alfa Romeo 2000 in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 Alfa Romeo 2000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 62,031 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 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YPE 409T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Alfa Romeo 2000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YPE 409T registered?

YPE 409T is a 1978 Alfa Romeo 2000, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is YPE 409T safe to buy?

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