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EN53 DZP

2003 Alfa Romeo Spider

Silver Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,792 mi
Last recorded80,792 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider61,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 DZP
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 80,792 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

nearside front fog lamp not working

reverse lights not working

some corrosion to exhaust system

some wear/perishing to nearside rear tyre

Fail 27 Mar 2026 80,792 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

nearside front fog lamp not working

reverse lights not working

some corrosion to exhaust system

some wear/perishing to nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2025 75,488 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

brake pipes coated/some corrosion to ends

reverse lights not working

some corrosion to suspension components

Pass 25 Apr 2024 70,043 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 69,606 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 63,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 60,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 2mm in tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 59,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 53,346 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit (2mm) 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 50,966 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 49,068 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 46,341 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension top mount bearing has creaking noise

Pass 30 Jun 2015 43,607 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 40,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 36,449 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 31,554 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 21,438 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 15,682 miles

Front tyres slightly worn on inside edges.

Pass 31 Dec 2009 15,380 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 14,535 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 13,620 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 13,620 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 11,681 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 11,681 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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EN53 DZP is a 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider in Silver with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,698 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 EN53 DZP, 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 23 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EN53 DZP registered?

EN53 DZP is a 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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