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Alfa Romeo Spider

Yellow · Petrol · 1998 · 1,970 cc

S5 LJKMOT history

S5 LJK is a yellow petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 74,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
74,295 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 LJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 LJK was last recorded at 74,295 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 1,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,420 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1,875 miles
Average per year
1,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,295 miles
  • 2025 – 70,292 miles
  • 2024 – 68,495 miles
  • 2022 – 66,765 miles
  • 2021 – 65,239 miles
  • 2020 – 64,297 miles
  • 2019 – 63,140 miles
  • 2018 – 62,381 miles
  • 2017 – 61,028 miles
  • 2016 – 60,031 miles
  • 2015 – 58,416 miles
  • 2014 – 58,117 miles
  • 2013 – 57,431 miles
  • 2012 – 57,110 miles
  • 2011 – 56,912 miles
  • 2010 – 55,859 miles
  • 2009 – 54,734 miles
  • 2008 – 52,383 miles
  • 2007 – 49,613 miles
  • 2006 – 47,818 miles
  • 2005 – 43,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,295 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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,295 miles (+1,875)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    74,295 miles
    Test number
    243910852688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,420 miles (+2,128)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,420 miles
    Test number
    152567808251
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass70,292 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    70,292 miles
    Test number
    362193777290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,495 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    68,495 miles
    Test number
    276116125290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,765 miles (+1,526)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    66,765 miles
    Test number
    552063609008
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic rattling but pass emission test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened had had welded repairby lower arm mounting (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened lower arm mounting bracket welded back on (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened lower arm mounting bracket welded back on (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Pass65,239 miles (+942)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    65,239 miles
    Test number
    732059375487
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  7. Pass64,297 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,297 miles
    Test number
    474772608041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,140 miles (+759)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,140 miles
    Test number
    258455794517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,381 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,381 miles
    Test number
    930668235387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,028 miles (+997)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    61,028 miles
    Test number
    373423313838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,031 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,031 miles
    Test number
    216983157747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,416 miles (+299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,416 miles
    Test number
    706808695184
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass58,117 miles (+686)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,117 miles
    Test number
    876424574108
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside front inner sill corroded

  14. Pass57,431 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,431 miles
    Test number
    325277573168
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail57,421 miles (+311)2 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,421 miles
    Test number
    858826073195
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass57,110 miles (+198)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,110 miles
    Test number
    255165262464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion starting on nearside and offside inner sill

  17. Pass56,912 miles (+1,053)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,912 miles
    Test number
    248113371136
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCorrosion starting on nearside and offside floor

  18. Pass55,859 miles (+1,125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,859 miles
    Test number
    711312460131
    • NoteUnderbody and components rusting

  19. Pass54,734 miles (+13)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,734 miles
    Test number
    871592599294
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll four coil springs corroded
    • NoteCorrosion to front and rear chassis and suspension components
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  20. Fail54,721 miles (+2,338)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,721 miles
    Test number
    352028789486
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll four coil springs corroded
    • NoteCorrosion to front and rear chassis and suspension components
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  21. Pass52,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,383 miles
    Test number
    364757378208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,383 miles (+2,770)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,383 miles
    Test number
    343705278236
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass49,613 miles (+1,795)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    49,613 miles
    Test number
    364462297423
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded inside faces

  24. Pass47,818 miles (+4,284)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,818 miles
    Test number
    750285686287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    654956785281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 LJK

Does S5 LJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 LJK is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 LJK?
The MOT on S5 LJK is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 LJK done?
S5 LJK was recorded at 74,295 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 1,488 miles a year.
Has S5 LJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 LJK has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 LJK 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 S5 LJK find?
S5 LJK passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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