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YSY 556

1997 Alfa Romeo Sprint

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

1,590 mi
Last recorded1,590 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSY 556
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 1,590 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 1,559 miles

headlamps have beam deflectors fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2023 1,559 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

headlamps have beam deflectors fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2019 1,434 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 1,418 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 May 2017 1,407 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 May 2016 1,395 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 1,380 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 1,354 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 1,350 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 1,288 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 1,282 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 1,210 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 1,206 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 69,425 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 69,320 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 69,299 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2006 69,258 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Sprint?

Based on 836 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
383
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
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YSY 556 is a 1997 Alfa Romeo Sprint in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Sprint fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YSY 556, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 29 years old, this Alfa Romeo Sprint is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YSY 556 registered?

YSY 556 is a 1997 Alfa Romeo Sprint, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is YSY 556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSY 556 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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