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RUI 8252

1999 Alfa Romeo Spider

Black Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

134,091 mi
Last recorded134,091 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 1999 Alfa Romeo Spider74,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUI 8252
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 134,091 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 124,906 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 124,906 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 114,156 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 102,042 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 102,042 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both blades (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 92,193 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 88,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 84,214 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 84,214 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 80,850 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 76,094 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 70,974 miles

n/s front cv gaitor showing signs of wear

Pass 7 May 2010 64,280 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 59,406 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 May 2009 59,406 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 53,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 53,554 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 46,502 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 46,497 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 38,131 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 38,131 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RUI 8252 is a 1999 Alfa Romeo Spider in Black with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1999 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 74,217 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 RUI 8252, 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 27 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RUI 8252 registered?

RUI 8252 is a 1999 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 28 April 1999.

Is RUI 8252 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUI 8252 shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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