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H445 KFC

1991 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests25 (13 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate52%

Mileage

84,578 mi
Last recorded84,578 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider86,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH445 KFC
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 12 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 84,578 miles

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

coolant leak nearside

slight exhaust blow at down pipe

slight play in steering idler bush near side front

Fail 19 Jul 2022 84,578 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive 1312ppm (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe flange (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front slight play in steering idler bushes

Pass 19 Sep 2018 84,458 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2018 84,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 84,219 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play slight play in nearside drop arm bearings (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 11 Sep 2017 84,219 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust has a number of leaks along system (7.1.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play slight play in nearside drop arm bearings (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jul 2016 84,032 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 84,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 83,824 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.A.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 83,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.A.1)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 83,689 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 83,689 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 83,440 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 83,440 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 82,991 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 21 Aug 2012 82,991 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 81,927 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

some corosion in n/s sill and outrigger areas.

some movement in n/s steering idler.

Fail 4 Jul 2011 81,889 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

corrosion starting in nearside sill

slight play in nearside steering relay

Fail 29 Nov 2010 81,858 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 81,584 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

corrosion spare wheel carrier

Pass 9 Oct 2008 81,247 miles

water leak from water pump & pump bearings noisey

Pass 4 Oct 2007 80,886 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 80,886 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 80,353 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 80,349 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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H445 KFC is a 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52%.

Across all 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 86,508 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H445 KFC, 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 35 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H445 KFC is a 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 24 June 1991.

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