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F483 FCC

1989 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,563 mi
Last recorded74,563 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1989 Alfa Romeo Spider101,139 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF483 FCC
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 74,563 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 74,472 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 73,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

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

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 72,785 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 71,648 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 71,038 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 69,783 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 68,878 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 67,932 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 67,529 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 67,502 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 67,154 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 67,154 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 66,707 miles

brake pipes corroded

genral corrosion on vehicle

possible wear in engine mounts

rear axle check straps split

Fail 12 Jun 2007 66,702 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

brake pipes corroded

genral corrosion on vehicle

possible wear in engine mounts

rear axle check straps split

Pass 3 May 2006 66,354 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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F483 FCC is a 1989 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 1989 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,139 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 F483 FCC, 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 37 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F483 FCC is a 1989 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 7 March 1989.

Is F483 FCC safe to buy?

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