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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,970 cc

M5 PRXMOT history

M5 PRX is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 16 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 66,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2024
Mileage
66,810 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 PRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 PRX was last recorded at 66,810 miles on 2 Jun 2023, 155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,655 miles · 29 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
155 miles
Average per year
2,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,810 miles
  • 2022 – 66,655 miles
  • 2021 – 66,039 miles
  • 2020 – 64,818 miles
  • 2018 – 63,068 miles
  • 2016 – 61,983 miles
  • 2015 – 59,607 miles
  • 2014 – 58,943 miles
  • 2012 – 55,966 miles
  • 2011 – 51,101 miles
  • 2010 – 44,434 miles
  • 2009 – 39,860 miles
  • 2008 – 36,397 miles
  • 2007 – 29,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,810 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,810 miles (+155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,810 miles
    Test number
    739626418978
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass66,655 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    66,655 miles
    Test number
    720706597702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail66,645 miles (+606)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,645 miles
    Test number
    773640356948
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to all excessively high co,lambda,hc, etc (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn and boot split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn and boot split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass66,039 miles (+1,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    66,039 miles
    Test number
    153505957855
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass64,818 miles (+1,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    64,818 miles
    Test number
    259874793044
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass63,068 miles (+1,085)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    63,068 miles
    Test number
    494191768715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,983 miles (+2,376)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,983 miles
    Test number
    774957143995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,607 miles (+664)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,607 miles
    Test number
    265218515173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass58,943 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,943 miles
    Test number
    247395404451
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Fail58,931 miles (+2,965)7 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,931 miles
    Test number
    908678994035
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNSF tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRadiator corroded
    • NoteRear coilsprings are heavily corroded

  11. Pass55,966 miles (+4,865)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,966 miles
    Test number
    965956202226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  12. Pass51,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,101 miles
    Test number
    367831351119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail51,101 miles (+6,667)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,101 miles
    Test number
    715251251188
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  14. Pass44,434 miles (+4,574)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,434 miles
    Test number
    354374420149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,860 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,860 miles
    Test number
    561473419129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  16. Fail39,860 miles (+3,463)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,860 miles
    Test number
    431102719105
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  17. Pass36,397 miles (+6,838)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,397 miles
    Test number
    131540038438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    29,559 miles
    Test number
    453340037021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 PRX

Does M5 PRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 PRX expired on 28 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 PRX?
The MOT on M5 PRX expired on 28 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 PRX done?
M5 PRX was recorded at 66,810 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2023, an average of 2,280 miles a year.
Has M5 PRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 PRX has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on M5 PRX 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 M5 PRX find?
M5 PRX passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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