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MKU 434W

1981 Alfa Romeo Gtv

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

26,280 mi
Last recorded26,280 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKU 434W
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelGtv
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 26,280 miles

Exhaust mounting defective 2nd from rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Body panel slightly loose wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 26,265 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective 2nd from rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Body panel slightly loose wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 26,255 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn both sides bushes breaking up (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Gtv?

Based on 93,802 MOT tests across 7,495 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
3,408
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
7,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,796
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,014
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,172
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,047
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,770
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MKU 434W is a 1981 Alfa Romeo Gtv in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Gtv fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 7,796 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MKU 434W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Gtv typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 45 years old, this Alfa Romeo Gtv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MKU 434W registered?

MKU 434W is a 1981 Alfa Romeo Gtv, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is MKU 434W safe to buy?

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