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D731 GCR

1987 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,054 mi
Last recorded83,054 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider102,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD731 GCR
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 83,054 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 82,734 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 82,490 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 81,525 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 81,314 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 4 May 2021 81,314 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2020 81,132 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 79,953 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear axle straps slightly worn

Pass 9 Aug 2017 78,627 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 77,343 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 77,069 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 77,069 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 76,717 miles

advise o/s/r tyre has some cracking to side walls

advise wiper blades starting to split

Pass 23 May 2012 76,404 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 76,232 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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D731 GCR is a 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 102,274 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 D731 GCR, 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 39 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 D731 GCR registered?

D731 GCR is a 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 6 April 1987.

Is D731 GCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D731 GCR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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