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J78 XDP

1991 Alfa Romeo Sz

Red Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

77,448 mi
Last recorded77,448 miles
Recorded on6 May 2014
Typical for 1991 Alfa Romeo Sz32,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ78 XDP
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSz
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2014 77,448 miles

N/S/R tyre perished

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

O/S/R tyre perished

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 2 May 2014 77,414 miles

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

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

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

N/S/R tyre perished

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

O/S/R tyre perished

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 77,121 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2012 76,464 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 76,435 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 75,726 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 75,726 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Sz?

Based on 1,326 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 31
Headlamp aim too high 18
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 15
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J78 XDP is a 1991 Alfa Romeo Sz in Red with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1991 Alfa Romeo Sz models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,306 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 Sz fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J78 XDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Sz typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Alfa Romeo Sz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J78 XDP registered?

J78 XDP is a 1991 Alfa Romeo Sz, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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