Alfa Romeo Spider
Red · Petrol · 1989 · 1,984 cc
G257 MATMOT history
G257 MAT is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,958 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 12 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 87,958 mi
- At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 24
- 19 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 172 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- G257 MAT
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- Spider
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,984 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1989
- First used
- 31 Dec 1989
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 13 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
G257 MAT was last recorded at 87,958 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 87,690 miles · 25 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 268 miles
- Average per year
- 172 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 87,958 miles
- 2025 – 87,690 miles
- 2024 – 87,689 miles
- 2023 – 87,328 miles
- 2022 – 87,126 miles
- 2020 – 86,572 miles
- 2019 – 86,570 miles
- 2018 – 86,530 miles
- 2017 – 86,530 miles
- 2016 – 86,517 miles
- 2015 – 86,510 miles
- 2013 – 86,333 miles
- 2012 – 86,301 miles
- 2011 – 86,301 miles
- 2010 – 86,163 miles
- 2009 – 85,868 miles
- 2007 – 85,254 miles
- 2006 – 84,517 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass87,958 miles
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
Recurring issues
Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013
Full MOT history
24 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass87,958 miles (+268)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 87,958 miles
- Test number
- 181418032336
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass87,690 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 87,690 miles
- Test number
- 167748664423
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s rear rebound strap torn
Fail87,689 miles (+6)3 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,689 miles
- Test number
- 235357625228
- DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
- AdvisoryOSR suspension rebound strap (1 layer broken)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail87,683 miles (+355)2 dangerous9 major14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,683 miles
- Test number
- 191798340611
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch near spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear hub leaking
- AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake low
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
Pass87,328 miles (+202)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 87,328 miles
- Test number
- 747978324047
- AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake reading low compared to near side rear
- AdvisoryOffside Rear hub leaking oil near brake caliper
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust bolt missing at back box joint
Pass87,126 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 87,126 miles
- Test number
- 980802313640
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail87,124 miles (+552)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,124 miles
- Test number
- 102602747610
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive co4.992 (8.2.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing/surface corrision
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing/surface corrosin
Pass86,572 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 86,572 miles
- Test number
- 131554709485
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,570 miles (+40)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 86,570 miles
- Test number
- 139122637329
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,530 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 86,530 miles
- Test number
- 178463246470
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,530 miles (+13)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 86,530 miles
- Test number
- 552615596208
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,517 miles (+7)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 86,517 miles
- Test number
- 423402566673
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,510 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 86,510 miles
- Test number
- 865635905142
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,491 km
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 86,491 km
- Test number
- 507334504128
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,333 miles (+32)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 86,333 miles
- Test number
- 179025693479
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass86,301 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 86,301 miles
- Test number
- 285741112418
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,301 miles (+138)
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2012
- Odometer
- 86,301 miles
- Test number
- 259479921446
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,163 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2011
- Odometer
- 86,163 miles
- Test number
- 240719430185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail86,163 miles (+295)2 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,163 miles
- Test number
- 163619530116
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Pass85,868 miles (+8)
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2010
- Odometer
- 85,868 miles
- Test number
- 324432249131
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail85,860 miles8 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,860 miles
- Test number
- 114183939122
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Pass85,632 km
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2009
- Odometer
- 85,632 km
- Test number
- 501076638125
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass85,254 miles (+737)
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2008
- Odometer
- 85,254 miles
- Test number
- 741122527115
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass84,517 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2007
- Odometer
- 84,517 miles
- Test number
- 543933206160
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about G257 MAT
- Does G257 MAT currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G257 MAT is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on G257 MAT?
- The MOT on G257 MAT is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has G257 MAT done?
- G257 MAT was recorded at 87,958 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 172 miles a year.
- Has G257 MAT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. G257 MAT has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
- Has the mileage on G257 MAT ever gone down?
- No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
- What did the latest MOT on G257 MAT find?
- G257 MAT passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.
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