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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T201 MHKMOT history

T201 MHK is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2025
Mileage
89,031 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T201 MHK
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
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2025
Latest MOT test
3 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T201 MHK was last recorded at 89,031 miles on 3 May 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,028 miles · 1 May 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,031 miles
  • 2022 – 88,616 miles
  • 2021 – 88,610 miles
  • 2020 – 88,453 miles
  • 2019 – 88,108 miles
  • 2018 – 86,868 miles
  • 2017 – 85,911 miles
  • 2016 – 84,461 miles
  • 2015 – 82,411 miles
  • 2014 – 80,397 miles
  • 2013 – 78,089 miles
  • 2012 – 76,006 miles
  • 2011 – 73,491 miles
  • 2010 – 71,061 miles
  • 2009 – 66,427 miles
  • 2008 – 62,297 miles
  • 2007 – 57,744 miles
  • 2006 – 52,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,031 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake effort lowRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,031 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    89,031 miles
    Test number
    368833760145
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded

  2. Fail89,028 miles (+20)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,028 miles
    Test number
    271971510825
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded

  3. Fail89,008 miles (+392)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,008 miles
    Test number
    629048525900
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low

  4. Pass88,616 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    88,616 miles
    Test number
    698945601017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,610 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,610 miles
    Test number
    759977176138
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail88,606 miles (+153)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,606 miles
    Test number
    636552016840
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass88,453 miles (+345)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,453 miles
    Test number
    308069576523
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight output slightly reduced but beam image visible
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn o/s+n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s+n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass88,108 miles (+1,240)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,108 miles
    Test number
    175541515972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,868 miles (+957)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,868 miles
    Test number
    307296899276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,911 miles (+1,450)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    458909484485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,461 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,461 miles
    Test number
    878637062955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,411 miles (+2,014)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,411 miles
    Test number
    947223765146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,397 miles (+2,308)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,397 miles
    Test number
    247623664176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,089 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,089 miles
    Test number
    116971153145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,006 miles (+2,515)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,006 miles
    Test number
    638815862106
    • NoteCondensation in o/s/f corner not in view

  16. Pass73,491 miles (+2)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,491 miles
    Test number
    169667861190
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked on shoulders
    • NoteFront brake discs badly worn
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Fail73,489 miles (+2,428)1 dangerous6 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,489 miles
    Test number
    698366161150
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureMechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked on shoulders
    • NoteFront brake discs badly worn
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass71,061 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    71,061 miles
    Test number
    512309750185
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail71,055 miles (+4,628)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,055 miles
    Test number
    971499250118
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass66,427 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,427 miles
    Test number
    830127069154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail66,386 miles (+4,089)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,386 miles
    Test number
    684472069134
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass62,297 miles (+4,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,297 miles
    Test number
    880701168100
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail57,744 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,744 miles
    Test number
    432823767150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass57,744 miles (+5,649)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    57,744 miles
    Test number
    524713767143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,095 miles
    Test number
    710807236127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T201 MHK

Does T201 MHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T201 MHK expired on 2 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T201 MHK?
The MOT on T201 MHK expired on 2 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T201 MHK done?
T201 MHK was recorded at 89,031 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2024, an average of 2,056 miles a year.
Has T201 MHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T201 MHK has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T201 MHK 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 T201 MHK find?
T201 MHK passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2024 with 5 advisories: both front shock absorbers corroded; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 2 more.

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