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Alfa Romeo Spider

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,970 cc

L5 WKSMOT history

L5 WKS is a green petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 8 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
101,774 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 WKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
8 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 WKS was last recorded at 101,774 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,534 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
240 miles
Average per year
3,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,774 miles
  • 2025 – 98,598 miles
  • 2024 – 94,353 miles
  • 2023 – 91,605 miles
  • 2022 – 88,191 miles
  • 2021 – 86,471 miles
  • 2020 – 83,814 miles
  • 2019 – 82,947 miles
  • 2018 – 81,803 miles
  • 2017 – 80,541 miles
  • 2015 – 76,261 miles
  • 2014 – 69,333 miles
  • 2013 – 64,590 miles
  • 2012 – 62,136 miles
  • 2008 – 51,106 miles
  • 2007 – 34,261 miles
  • 2006 – 26,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,774 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

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 Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,774 miles (+240)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    101,774 miles
    Test number
    548779923372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail101,534 miles (+2,936)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,534 miles
    Test number
    269107566419
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,598 miles (+56)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    449668309629
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail98,542 miles (+4,189)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,542 miles
    Test number
    267165637027
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass94,353 miles (+2,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,353 miles
    Test number
    936914120445
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass91,605 miles (+3,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,605 miles
    Test number
    784938919556
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass88,191 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    88,191 miles
    Test number
    181174270090
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail88,191 miles (+1,720)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,191 miles
    Test number
    286818943197
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,471 miles (+2,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,471 miles
    Test number
    922004821170
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass83,814 miles (+867)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,814 miles
    Test number
    401136602643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,947 miles (+1,144)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,947 miles
    Test number
    959329197558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,803 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,803 miles
    Test number
    953372631894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,541 miles (+4,280)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,541 miles
    Test number
    735899113756
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass76,261 miles (+6,928)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,261 miles
    Test number
    838972116889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,333 miles (+4,743)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    668920634235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,590 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,590 miles
    Test number
    907382883181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,587 miles (+2,451)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,587 miles
    Test number
    566211063134
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass62,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,136 miles
    Test number
    109659652179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,136 miles (+11,030)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,136 miles
    Test number
    357491652192
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass51,106 miles (+16,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,106 miles
    Test number
    440411868185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass34,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,261 miles
    Test number
    550734667164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail34,261 miles (+7,528)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,261 miles
    Test number
    261673067169
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass26,733 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    26,733 miles
    Test number
    864024766195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L5 WKS

Does L5 WKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 WKS is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 WKS?
The MOT on L5 WKS is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 WKS done?
L5 WKS was recorded at 101,774 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 3,740 miles a year.
Has L5 WKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 WKS has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 WKS 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 L5 WKS find?
L5 WKS passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive; rear service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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