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PHR 87F

1976 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

2,607 mi
Last recorded2,607 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider58,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHR 87F
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 2,607 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 2,600 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 1,579 miles

Indicator switch will not always lock off to right hand position

Movement in left hand front top tie bar end joint

Movement in left hand lower ball joint

Right hand indicator tell tale not working but audible

Fail 5 Dec 2016 1,579 miles

Indicator switch will not always lock off to right hand position

Movement in left hand front top tie bar end joint

Movement in left hand lower ball joint

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Right hand indicator tell tale not working but audible

Fail 8 Dec 2014 82,273 miles

Damp around brake master cylinder

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 82,273 miles

Damp around brake master cylinder

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 74,877 miles

Evidence offside rear hub seal leaking

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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PHR 87F is a 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 58,011 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 PHR 87F, 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 50 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PHR 87F?

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What year was PHR 87F registered?

PHR 87F is a 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 15 December 1976.

Is PHR 87F safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHR 87F shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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