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Alfa Romeo Spider

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,970 cc

LA51 YJOMOT history

LA51 YJO is a silver petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 87,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
87,063 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 YJO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 YJO was last recorded at 87,063 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,043 miles · 13 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
1,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,063 miles
  • 2023 – 87,043 miles
  • 2020 – 86,945 miles
  • 2009 – 70,015 miles
  • 2008 – 61,265 miles
  • 2007 – 53,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,063 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,063 miles (+20)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    87,063 miles
    Test number
    342715402556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,043 miles
    Test number
    385370706315
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Fail87,043 miles (+98)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,043 miles
    Test number
    764130718962
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass86,945 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    86,945 miles
    Test number
    700054616278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail86,944 miles (+16,929)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,944 miles
    Test number
    627253804522
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,015 miles (+8,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    70,015 miles
    Test number
    314493909480
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass61,265 miles (+7,837)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,265 miles
    Test number
    232160718246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,428 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    53,428 miles
    Test number
    691578947064
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteExhaust centre section in poor condition
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread low
    • NoteOffside front side light lense cracked
    • NoteRadiator in poor condition

  9. Fail53,428 miles4 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,428 miles
    Test number
    472407347022
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA51 YJO

Does LA51 YJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 YJO is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 YJO?
The MOT on LA51 YJO is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 YJO done?
LA51 YJO was recorded at 87,063 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 1,717 miles a year.
Has LA51 YJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 YJO has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LA51 YJO 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 LA51 YJO find?
LA51 YJO passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 6 more.

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