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A45 XGK

1984 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,747 mi
Last recorded122,747 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2021
Typical for 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider78,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA45 XGK
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2021 122,747 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 122,160 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 122,026 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 121,793 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 116,937 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 112,231 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 111,937 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 107,786 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 103,141 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 102,803 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 95,989 miles

Hydrocarbon emissions close to limit

Fail 9 Aug 2011 95,989 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 94,895 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 86,302 miles

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

Offside Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 80,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

advise n/f steel brake pipe starting to corroed

advise steering box has slight play

Pass 14 Aug 2008 80,588 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

advise n/f steel brake pipe starting to corroed

advise steering box has slight play

Pass 14 Aug 2007 74,229 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 67,941 miles

all brake pipes starting to corrode

slight play in o/s and n/s front steering idler units

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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A45 XGK is a 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 78,084 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 A45 XGK, 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 42 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A45 XGK registered?

A45 XGK is a 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 5 July 1984.

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The MOT history for A45 XGK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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