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XYR 71T

1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud

Green Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,841 mi
Last recorded56,841 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud43,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYR 71T
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelAlfasud
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 56,841 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 56,840 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Alfasud?

Based on 3,126 MOT tests across 420 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 207
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 160
brake binding 121
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 106
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XYR 71T is a 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud in Green with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 43,594 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 Alfasud fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XYR 71T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Alfasud typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Alfa Romeo Alfasud is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XYR 71T?

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What year was XYR 71T registered?

XYR 71T is a 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, first registered on 13 February 1979.

Is XYR 71T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYR 71T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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