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BLW 189Y

1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta

Blue Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,379 mi
Last recorded83,379 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta45,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLW 189Y
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelAlfetta
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 May 2023 83,379 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 82,382 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 82,367 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 82,367 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 82,330 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 79,878 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 78,402 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 78,006 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 77,949 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 77,414 miles

o/s/r number plate light bulb slightly dim

Pass 22 May 2010 76,627 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 75,978 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 75,872 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Alfetta?

Based on 2,542 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 103
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
brake binding 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 58
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BLW 189Y is a 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta in Blue with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 45,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Alfetta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BLW 189Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Alfetta typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this Alfa Romeo Alfetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BLW 189Y registered?

BLW 189Y is a 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfetta, first registered on 4 January 1983.

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