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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,970 cc

S68 NGMMOT history

S68 NGM is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 7 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 109,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2024
Mileage
109,456 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 NGM
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
7 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S68 NGM was last recorded at 109,456 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,438 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
1,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,456 miles
  • 2024 – 109,438 miles
  • 2023 – 109,232 miles
  • 2018 – 109,153 miles
  • 2017 – 108,318 miles
  • 2016 – 108,200 miles
  • 2015 – 108,112 miles
  • 2014 – 107,694 miles
  • 2013 – 107,686 miles
  • 2012 – 106,686 miles
  • 2011 – 100,958 miles
  • 2010 – 97,090 miles
  • 2009 – 94,489 miles
  • 2008 – 92,298 miles
  • 2006 – 85,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,456 miles
  • MajorFront Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened In all areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust outer skin corroded

What MOT failures 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 Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    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

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,456 miles (+18)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,456 miles
    Test number
    447918956986
    • MajorFront Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened In all areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust outer skin corroded

  2. Fail109,438 miles (+206)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,438 miles
    Test number
    911306929844
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,232 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    109,232 miles
    Test number
    101973792269
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass109,153 miles (+835)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    109,153 miles
    Test number
    406085901412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,318 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    108,318 miles
    Test number
    132343108553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  6. Fail108,316 miles (+116)3 failures1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,316 miles
    Test number
    451782251951
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass108,200 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,200 miles
    Test number
    203071363212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,112 miles (+418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,112 miles
    Test number
    825280325120
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass107,694 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,694 miles
    Test number
    248718284420
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass107,686 miles (+1,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    107,686 miles
    Test number
    659144523087
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass106,686 miles (+5,728)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,686 miles
    Test number
    538080222037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteAir bag light on dash

  12. Pass100,958 miles (+3,868)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,958 miles
    Test number
    836857511040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir Bag Light On

  13. Pass97,090 miles (+2,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    97,090 miles
    Test number
    214787440069
    • 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. Pass94,489 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    94,489 miles
    Test number
    410083879046
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail94,488 miles (+2,190)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,488 miles
    Test number
    390612779004
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass92,298 miles (+6,476)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    92,298 miles
    Test number
    162442978441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,822 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    85,822 miles
    Test number
    341008876238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail85,822 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,822 miles
    Test number
    360228676475
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about S68 NGM

Does S68 NGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S68 NGM expired on 4 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S68 NGM?
The MOT on S68 NGM expired on 4 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S68 NGM done?
S68 NGM was recorded at 109,456 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 1,219 miles a year.
Has S68 NGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 NGM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S68 NGM 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 S68 NGM find?
S68 NGM failed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: front dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam; front windscreen wiper not working; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 13 more.

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