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Alfa Romeo Spider

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 2,000 cc

S42 HDVMOT history

S42 HDV is a grey petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 131,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jun 2025
Mileage
131,859 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 HDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 HDV was last recorded at 131,859 miles on 21 Jun 2024, 2,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,229 miles · 23 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
2,630 miles
Average per year
3,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,859 miles
  • 2023 – 129,229 miles
  • 2022 – 126,562 miles
  • 2021 – 123,521 miles
  • 2020 – 120,276 miles
  • 2019 – 116,558 miles
  • 2018 – 112,037 miles
  • 2016 – 111,401 miles
  • 2015 – 109,488 miles
  • 2014 – 106,079 miles
  • 2013 – 101,274 miles
  • 2012 – 98,378 miles
  • 2011 – 97,247 miles
  • 2010 – 84,037 miles
  • 2009 – 80,049 miles
  • 2008 – 75,027 miles
  • 2006 – 71,785 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,859 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,859 miles (+2,630)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    131,859 miles
    Test number
    563430850464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,229 miles (+2,667)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    129,229 miles
    Test number
    728403087025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,562 miles (+3,041)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    126,562 miles
    Test number
    118670911976
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,521 miles (+3,245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    123,521 miles
    Test number
    220706845206
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass120,276 miles (+23)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    120,276 miles
    Test number
    468591344626
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail120,253 miles (+3,695)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,253 miles
    Test number
    263520105633
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass116,558 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    116,558 miles
    Test number
    788953499738
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail116,534 miles (+4,497)3 major2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,534 miles
    Test number
    391488608443
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  9. Pass112,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,037 miles
    Test number
    637771014932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,037 miles (+636)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,037 miles
    Test number
    814437751129
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass111,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    111,401 miles
    Test number
    337596548295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail111,401 miles (+1,913)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,401 miles
    Test number
    119483551274
    • DangerousRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass109,488 miles (+3,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,488 miles
    Test number
    899344015188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass106,079 miles (+4,805)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,079 miles
    Test number
    768503014178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,274 miles (+2,896)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,274 miles
    Test number
    768565013148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,378 miles (+1,131)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    98,378 miles
    Test number
    346856212144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,247 miles (+13,210)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    97,247 miles
    Test number
    177725901397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,037 miles (+3,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    84,037 miles
    Test number
    363685690293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass80,049 miles (+5,022)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    80,049 miles
    Test number
    793246809352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,027 miles (+3,242)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    75,027 miles
    Test number
    360222218103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,785 miles (+7)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    71,785 miles
    Test number
    902630226358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Fail71,778 miles (+6,201)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,778 miles
    Test number
    832129216303
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass65,577 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    65,577 miles
    Test number
    320964126140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,576 miles4 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,576 miles
    Test number
    630883226110
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside door mirror loose

Questions about S42 HDV

Does S42 HDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 HDV expired on 24 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 HDV?
The MOT on S42 HDV expired on 24 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 HDV done?
S42 HDV was recorded at 131,859 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2024, an average of 3,655 miles a year.
Has S42 HDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 HDV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on S42 HDV 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 S42 HDV find?
S42 HDV passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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