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P697 ACD

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,492 mi
Last recorded59,492 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider77,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP697 ACD
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 59,492 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 59,378 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 59,378 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 59,144 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 58,533 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 57,916 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 56,008 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 53,468 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 52,393 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 52,021 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 52,003 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 51,995 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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P697 ACD is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 77,205 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 P697 ACD, 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 28 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P697 ACD registered?

P697 ACD is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is P697 ACD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P697 ACD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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