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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,970 cc

R57 VRXMOT history

R57 VRX is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 24 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 116,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2024
Mileage
116,274 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R57 VRX
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
24 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R57 VRX was last recorded at 116,274 miles on 9 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,274 miles · 3 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 116,274 miles
  • 2017 – 115,271 miles
  • 2015 – 114,774 miles
  • 2014 – 113,871 miles
  • 2013 – 112,907 miles
  • 2012 – 110,635 miles
  • 2011 – 106,754 miles
  • 2010 – 100,165 miles
  • 2009 – 92,608 miles
  • 2008 – 82,810 miles
  • 2007 – 75,175 miles
  • 2006 – 67,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,274 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,274 miles
    Test number
    808261594052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail116,274 miles (+1,003)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,274 miles
    Test number
    517204509564
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,271 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    115,271 miles
    Test number
    864999569391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail115,267 miles (+493)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,267 miles
    Test number
    935053214783
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty not activating offside indicators (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass114,774 miles (+903)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,774 miles
    Test number
    713322851534
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded - front and rear - surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers - piston rod gaiters deteriorated - both sides
    • AdvisoryRear suspension coil springs corroded

  6. Fail113,871 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,871 miles
    Test number
    216774514193
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  7. Pass113,871 miles (+964)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    113,871 miles
    Test number
    569984614141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,907 miles (+2,272)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    112,907 miles
    Test number
    997857313167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,635 miles (+3,881)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    110,635 miles
    Test number
    127223802140
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass106,754 miles (+6,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    106,754 miles
    Test number
    287131111168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass100,165 miles (+7,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    100,165 miles
    Test number
    843557500155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass92,608 miles (+9,798)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    92,608 miles
    Test number
    730063619139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass82,810 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,810 miles
    Test number
    753551398059
    • NoteBoth front brake flexi hoses perishing
    • NoteNearside headlight poor beam image
    • NoteSlight play in both rear suspension lower arm bushes

  14. Fail82,809 miles (+7,634)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,809 miles
    Test number
    951068088010
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteBoth front brake flexi hoses perishing
    • NoteNearside headlight poor beam image
    • NoteSlight play in both rear suspension lower arm bushes

  15. Pass75,175 miles (+7,437)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,175 miles
    Test number
    263462697067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteOil leaks from gearbox and engine

  16. Pass67,738 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,738 miles
    Test number
    844382106125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,734 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,734 miles
    Test number
    161200906135
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about R57 VRX

Does R57 VRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R57 VRX expired on 8 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R57 VRX?
The MOT on R57 VRX expired on 8 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R57 VRX done?
R57 VRX was recorded at 116,274 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2023, an average of 2,774 miles a year.
Has R57 VRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R57 VRX has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on R57 VRX 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 R57 VRX find?
R57 VRX passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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