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AR04 SPY

2004 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,004 mi
Last recorded27,004 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider52,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 SPY
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 27,004 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2023 25,343 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 21,371 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 21,128 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 20,435 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 19,650 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 18,638 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 16,679 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,781 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 13,339 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 11,354 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 11,354 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 9,489 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 7,706 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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AR04 SPY is a 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 52,333 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 AR04 SPY, 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 22 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AR04 SPY registered?

AR04 SPY is a 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is AR04 SPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR04 SPY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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