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C3 ALF

1993 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,656 mi
Last recorded47,656 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider71,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 ALF
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 47,656 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 46,786 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 45,738 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 45,258 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 45,068 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 44,474 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 43,383 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

main beam warning lamp dull

Pass 23 Oct 2012 42,788 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 39,829 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 37,829 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 37,829 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 35,170 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 29,961 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2008 29,961 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2007 29,182 miles

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 28 Jun 2006 27,536 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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C3 ALF is a 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 71,368 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 C3 ALF, 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 33 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C3 ALF registered?

C3 ALF is a 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is C3 ALF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 ALF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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