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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

S98 SBHMOT history

S98 SBH is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 23 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 147,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2023
Mileage
147,544 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 SBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S98 SBH was last recorded at 147,544 miles on 9 Nov 2022, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,524 miles · 3 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
6,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,544 miles
  • 2021 – 145,970 miles
  • 2019 – 140,397 miles
  • 2018 – 130,189 miles
  • 2017 – 121,896 miles
  • 2016 – 114,649 miles
  • 2015 – 109,445 miles
  • 2014 – 98,889 miles
  • 2013 – 87,891 miles
  • 2012 – 80,202 miles
  • 2011 – 71,489 miles
  • 2010 – 63,387 miles
  • 2009 – 55,823 miles
  • 2008 – 47,252 miles
  • 2007 – 46,427 miles
  • 2006 – 44,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,544 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,544 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    147,544 miles
    Test number
    334571500783
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail147,524 miles (+1,554)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,524 miles
    Test number
    477185183945
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass145,970 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    145,970 miles
    Test number
    715678028417
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all of them (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail145,959 miles (+5,562)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,959 miles
    Test number
    907974482284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested idle to high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack fixing bolts missing (2.1.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all of em (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious bolts missing and loose on engine

  5. Pass140,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,397 miles
    Test number
    949978610717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail140,397 miles (+10,208)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,397 miles
    Test number
    792840323233
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass130,189 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    130,189 miles
    Test number
    552504413436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail130,186 miles (+8,290)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,186 miles
    Test number
    961644733157
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass121,896 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,896 miles
    Test number
    328019112883
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres out of shape

  10. Fail121,796 miles (+7,147)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,796 miles
    Test number
    795109810440
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres out of shape

  11. Pass114,649 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    114,649 miles
    Test number
    295332306038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake recording little or no effort

  12. Fail114,649 miles (+5,204)1 failure3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,649 miles
    Test number
    751758147285
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake recording little or no effort

  13. Pass109,445 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,445 miles
    Test number
    557386105181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll spring corroded
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside

  14. Fail109,445 miles (+10,556)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,445 miles
    Test number
    415315905139
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll spring corroded
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside

  15. Pass98,889 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,889 miles
    Test number
    299627304149
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail98,889 miles (+10,998)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,889 miles
    Test number
    838337804165
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres worn inner edges
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass87,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    87,891 miles
    Test number
    386578903137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,891 miles (+7,689)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,891 miles
    Test number
    509505403160
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass80,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    80,202 miles
    Test number
    449237702149
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail80,202 miles (+8,713)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,202 miles
    Test number
    606627302129
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass71,489 miles (+8,102)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,489 miles
    Test number
    435992101138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,387 miles (+7,564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,387 miles
    Test number
    424933000126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass55,823 miles (+8,571)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,823 miles
    Test number
    884239879086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,252 miles (+825)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,252 miles
    Test number
    824759298079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,427 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,427 miles
    Test number
    730035697040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    44,536 miles
    Test number
    492176796090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail44,536 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,536 miles
    Test number
    794530996097
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about S98 SBH

Does S98 SBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S98 SBH expired on 8 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S98 SBH?
The MOT on S98 SBH expired on 8 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S98 SBH done?
S98 SBH was recorded at 147,544 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2022, an average of 6,201 miles a year.
Has S98 SBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 SBH has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S98 SBH 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 S98 SBH find?
S98 SBH passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: rear coil spring corroded both rear; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four.

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