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TEF 166R

1976 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

72,808 mi
Last recorded72,808 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider58,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEF 166R
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 72,808 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 71,973 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 67,216 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 64,860 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 64,860 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 60,344 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear axle hub oil seals leaking OS NS

Pass 27 Feb 2013 59,849 miles

leak rear axle oil seals not contamitating brakes

Pass 1 Mar 2012 59,358 miles

slight oil leak rear hub seals (not affecting braking system)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 58,366 miles

Slight brake bind detected osr, when vehicle raised.

emissions passed hydrocarbons test when engine speed raised.

oil leak or signs of previous leak - rear axle seals (not contaminating brake discs)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 58,030 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 56,680 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 56,403 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 55,604 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 54,861 miles

slight oil leak offside and nearside rear half shafts

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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TEF 166R is a 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 TEF 166R, 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

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What year was TEF 166R registered?

TEF 166R is a 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is TEF 166R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEF 166R shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEF 166R have outstanding finance?

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