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Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,970 cc

P976 PKJMOT history

P976 PKJ is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 18 Oct 1996. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 46,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
46,584 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P976 PKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
18 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P976 PKJ was last recorded at 46,584 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 389 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,195 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
389 miles
Average per year
742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,584 miles
  • 2025 – 46,195 miles
  • 2024 – 45,653 miles
  • 2023 – 45,347 miles
  • 2018 – 44,846 miles
  • 2017 – 43,872 miles
  • 2016 – 40,347 miles
  • 2014 – 33,085 miles
  • 2009 – 32,793 miles
  • 2008 – 32,793 miles
  • 2007 – 32,494 miles
  • 2006 – 31,730 miles
  • 2005 – 31,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,584 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,584 miles (+389)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    46,584 miles
    Test number
    686140195664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass46,195 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    46,195 miles
    Test number
    356454322426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail46,184 miles (+531)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,184 miles
    Test number
    976996433725
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass45,653 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    45,653 miles
    Test number
    304438939089
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  5. Fail45,648 miles (+301)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,648 miles
    Test number
    589172421719
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  6. Pass45,347 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    45,347 miles
    Test number
    247133416074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,846 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,846 miles
    Test number
    404318023230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,872 miles (+141)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    43,872 miles
    Test number
    668799450314
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail43,731 miles (+3,384)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,731 miles
    Test number
    195528700629
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre deteriorated and cracked

  10. Pass40,347 miles (+7,262)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,347 miles
    Test number
    594897706173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,085 miles (+292)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,085 miles
    Test number
    328480574094
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion under body

  12. Pass32,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,793 miles
    Test number
    441667209315
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail32,793 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,793 miles
    Test number
    490647209313
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass32,793 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,793 miles
    Test number
    714328038341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail32,789 miles (+295)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,789 miles
    Test number
    262900318313
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass32,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,494 miles
    Test number
    461381617380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,494 miles (+764)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,494 miles
    Test number
    521795307386
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass31,730 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,730 miles
    Test number
    234059986224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail31,692 miles (+412)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,692 miles
    Test number
    822776086220
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  20. Pass31,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    31,280 miles
    Test number
    563480795216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P976 PKJ

Does P976 PKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P976 PKJ is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P976 PKJ?
The MOT on P976 PKJ is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P976 PKJ done?
P976 PKJ was recorded at 46,584 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 742 miles a year.
Has P976 PKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P976 PKJ has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on P976 PKJ 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 P976 PKJ find?
P976 PKJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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