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VWL 258R

1976 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,020 mi
Last recorded85,020 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider58,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWL 258R
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 85,020 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 27 May 2016 84,935 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 84,879 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2013 84,787 miles

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

nearside wiper blade split

Fail 2 Sep 2013 84,787 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

Oil leak

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 7 Sep 2012 84,530 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 84,391 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 84,134 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 82,830 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 82,491 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 81,895 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 80,382 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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VWL 258R is a 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VWL 258R, 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.

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What year was VWL 258R registered?

VWL 258R is a 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 15 October 1976.

Is VWL 258R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWL 258R 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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