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Alfa Romeo Spider

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T194 FGTMOT history

T194 FGT is a grey petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2022 and it has passed 14 of 28 MOT tests, with 148,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2022
Mileage
148,837 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
14 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T194 FGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T194 FGT was last recorded at 148,837 miles on 11 Aug 2023, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,787 miles · 8 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
3,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 148,837 miles
  • 2022 – 148,787 miles
  • 2021 – 145,880 miles
  • 2019 – 145,876 miles
  • 2017 – 144,030 miles
  • 2016 – 143,322 miles
  • 2015 – 140,462 miles
  • 2014 – 139,096 miles
  • 2013 – 135,844 miles
  • 2012 – 129,595 miles
  • 2011 – 121,035 miles
  • 2010 – 114,271 miles
  • 2009 – 109,330 miles
  • 2008 – 103,702 miles
  • 2007 – 96,576 miles
  • 2006 – 90,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,837 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,837 miles (+50)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,837 miles
    Test number
    755963491715
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail148,787 miles (+2,907)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,787 miles
    Test number
    698913772646
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass145,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    145,880 miles
    Test number
    759749352377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail145,880 miles (+4)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,880 miles
    Test number
    401392057607
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail145,876 miles4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,876 miles
    Test number
    446751526439
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass145,876 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    145,876 miles
    Test number
    240275372761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail145,876 miles (+1,846)3 dangerous4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,876 miles
    Test number
    557092739997
    • DangerousBrake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system to compensator valve (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50R16 87W (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases next to bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass144,030 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    144,030 miles
    Test number
    241271256206
    • 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)

  9. Fail144,023 miles (+701)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,023 miles
    Test number
    544758862278
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  10. Pass143,322 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    143,322 miles
    Test number
    521553865875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing cracking within treads and sidewall,though cords/plies not visible(age?)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre showing cracks within tread and sidewall though neither cords not plies visible(age?)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail143,320 miles (+2,858)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,320 miles
    Test number
    223374115671
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Fail140,462 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,462 miles
    Test number
    188138975484
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres showing age related cracking

  13. Pass140,462 miles (+1,366)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    140,462 miles
    Test number
    667088875014
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres showing age related cracking

  14. Pass139,096 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    139,096 miles
    Test number
    605095784051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass135,844 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    135,844 miles
    Test number
    647704393092
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail135,834 miles (+6,239)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,834 miles
    Test number
    859193993055
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass129,595 miles (+26)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    129,595 miles
    Test number
    166013282418
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail129,569 miles (+8,534)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,569 miles
    Test number
    909031082040
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass121,035 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    121,035 miles
    Test number
    135634171432
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth hand brake cables are corroded at the caliper end exposing the inner cables

  20. Fail121,035 miles (+6,764)2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,035 miles
    Test number
    568244471069
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth hand brake cables are corroded at the caliper end exposing the inner cables

  21. Pass114,271 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    114,271 miles
    Test number
    910143180041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail114,144 miles (+4,814)6 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,144 miles
    Test number
    222205770030
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass109,330 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    109,330 miles
    Test number
    561303269041
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  24. Fail109,330 miles (+5,628)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,330 miles
    Test number
    634993269012
    • FailureFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Pass103,702 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    103,702 miles
    Test number
    664899178060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Fail103,702 miles (+7,126)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,702 miles
    Test number
    592719378005
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass96,576 miles (+5,588)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    96,576 miles
    Test number
    833990587046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass90,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    90,988 miles
    Test number
    382042576029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T194 FGT

Does T194 FGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T194 FGT expired on 17 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T194 FGT?
The MOT on T194 FGT expired on 17 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T194 FGT done?
T194 FGT was recorded at 148,837 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2023, an average of 3,322 miles a year.
Has T194 FGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T194 FGT has failed 14 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T194 FGT 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 T194 FGT find?
T194 FGT failed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2023 with 5 major defects and 6 advisories: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 8 more.

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