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550 EYD

1997 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,911 mi
Last recorded35,911 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider83,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration550 EYD
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 35,911 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 35,886 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 35,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 May 2021 35,862 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 35,856 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 35,856 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 35,832 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 35,469 miles

front brake pad warning wires broken

slight oil leak from oil cooler pipes

Pass 5 Sep 2008 35,253 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 35,251 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 32,917 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 28,563 miles

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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550 EYD is a 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 83,533 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 550 EYD, 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 29 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 550 EYD registered?

550 EYD is a 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 28 January 1997.

Is 550 EYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 550 EYD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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