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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,970 cc

P203 PYYMOT history

P203 PYY is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 23 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2024
Mileage
123,588 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P203 PYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
23 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P203 PYY was last recorded at 123,588 miles on 26 Apr 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,575 miles · 14 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,588 miles
  • 2018 – 119,088 miles
  • 2017 – 113,287 miles
  • 2016 – 107,833 miles
  • 2015 – 101,483 miles
  • 2014 – 95,407 miles
  • 2013 – 89,389 miles
  • 2011 – 81,788 miles
  • 2010 – 76,420 miles
  • 2009 – 70,962 miles
  • 2007 – 70,776 miles
  • 2006 – 69,406 miles
  • 2005 – 64,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,588 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,588 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    123,588 miles
    Test number
    215911703526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,575 miles (+4,487)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,575 miles
    Test number
    450012508995
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass119,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    119,088 miles
    Test number
    171557048275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,088 miles (+5,801)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,088 miles
    Test number
    361085039250
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass113,287 miles (+5,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    113,287 miles
    Test number
    840841815571
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass107,833 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    107,833 miles
    Test number
    694844622083
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail107,833 miles (+6,350)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,833 miles
    Test number
    657395266410
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass101,483 miles (+6,076)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    101,483 miles
    Test number
    550368364334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,407 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,407 miles
    Test number
    576886644284
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass95,407 miles (+6,018)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,407 miles
    Test number
    787626744216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,389 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    89,389 miles
    Test number
    959747743290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,388 miles (+7,600)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,388 miles
    Test number
    527951543214
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass81,788 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    81,788 miles
    Test number
    955778191080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,420 miles (+5,458)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,420 miles
    Test number
    513816290052
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust silencer corroded

  15. Pass70,962 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,962 miles
    Test number
    392756699079
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteInner wheel arch covers fitted

  16. Fail70,962 miles (+186)4 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,962 miles
    Test number
    731836699066
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testFront Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteInner wheel arch covers fitted

  17. Pass70,776 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    70,776 miles
    Test number
    294857757237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,741 miles (+1,335)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,741 miles
    Test number
    870489347286
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass69,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    69,406 miles
    Test number
    344294866264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,406 miles (+5,361)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,406 miles
    Test number
    810663166281
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass64,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    64,045 miles
    Test number
    452661155252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P203 PYY

Does P203 PYY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P203 PYY expired on 25 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P203 PYY?
The MOT on P203 PYY expired on 25 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P203 PYY done?
P203 PYY was recorded at 123,588 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2023, an average of 3,378 miles a year.
Has P203 PYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P203 PYY has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on P203 PYY 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 P203 PYY find?
P203 PYY passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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