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JOK 511N

1981 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,566 mi
Last recorded35,566 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider80,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOK 511N
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 35,566 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 30,250 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 27,972 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 May 2012 25,596 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 22,707 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 22,707 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 3 Jun 2010 15,469 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 15,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 131,033 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 131,033 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 9,629 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 9,628 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2007 2,806 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 673 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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JOK 511N is a 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 80,138 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 JOK 511N, 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 45 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JOK 511N registered?

JOK 511N is a 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is JOK 511N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOK 511N shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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