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Alfa Romeo Spider

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T235 KVUMOT history

T235 KVU is a black petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 117,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
117,293 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T235 KVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T235 KVU was last recorded at 117,293 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 3,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,334 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,959 miles
Average per year
2,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,293 miles
  • 2025 – 113,334 miles
  • 2024 – 108,805 miles
  • 2023 – 106,323 miles
  • 2022 – 104,097 miles
  • 2021 – 101,877 miles
  • 2020 – 100,378 miles
  • 2019 – 95,053 miles
  • 2018 – 93,063 miles
  • 2016 – 92,800 miles
  • 2015 – 91,713 miles
  • 2014 – 89,509 miles
  • 2013 – 86,460 miles
  • 2012 – 86,409 miles
  • 2011 – 85,749 miles
  • 2010 – 84,457 miles
  • 2009 – 81,926 miles
  • 2008 – 78,786 miles
  • 2007 – 75,499 miles
  • 2006 – 68,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,293 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: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front lens broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,293 miles (+3,959)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    117,293 miles
    Test number
    414604425596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,334 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    113,334 miles
    Test number
    324221492197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lens broken

  3. Fail113,333 miles (+4,528)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,333 miles
    Test number
    727593173976
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lens broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake low effort

  4. Pass108,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    108,805 miles
    Test number
    945475086066
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side light lens cracked

  5. Fail108,804 miles (+2,481)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,804 miles
    Test number
    702046320000
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side light lens cracked

  6. Pass106,323 miles (+2,226)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,323 miles
    Test number
    752629265774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    104,097 miles
    Test number
    997952470071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail104,097 miles (+2,220)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,097 miles
    Test number
    645531547426
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass101,877 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,877 miles
    Test number
    471486857327
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail101,876 miles (+1,498)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,876 miles
    Test number
    662734536529
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass100,378 miles (+5,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    100,378 miles
    Test number
    332535862030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass95,053 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    95,053 miles
    Test number
    607522101952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail95,050 miles (+1,987)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,050 miles
    Test number
    704246019263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass93,063 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,063 miles
    Test number
    160837889327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,800 miles
    Test number
    398982945326
    • AdvisorySills not checked due to sill covers

  16. Fail92,800 miles (+1,087)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,800 miles
    Test number
    925761750563
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySills not checked due to sill covers

  17. Pass91,713 miles (+2,204)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,713 miles
    Test number
    749154415196
    • NoteBrake pads not visualy checked
    • NoteExhaust mountings starting to crack
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on edges
    • NoteSills not checked due to sill covers

  18. Pass89,509 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,509 miles
    Test number
    625109914106
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f suspension arm ball joint boot starting to deteriorate & leak grease slightly
    • NoteOil leak(s) on engine
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from manifold area

  19. Fail89,509 miles (+3,049)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,509 miles
    Test number
    797269814159
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f suspension arm ball joint boot starting to deteriorate & leak grease slightly
    • NoteOil leak(s) on engine
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from manifold area

  20. Pass86,460 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,460 miles
    Test number
    297190733184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are in poor condition
    • NoteRubber exhaust mount broken

  21. Fail86,460 miles (+51)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,460 miles
    Test number
    886189323161
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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 tyres are in poor condition
    • NoteOffside wiper split
    • NoteRubber exhaust mount broken

  22. Pass86,409 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,409 miles
    Test number
    165871832102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail86,409 miles (+660)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,409 miles
    Test number
    548255922178
    • DangerousBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass85,749 miles (+1,292)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    85,749 miles
    Test number
    297452881020
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged (not to cords)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low inner edge

  25. Pass84,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    84,457 miles
    Test number
    752788140048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail84,457 miles (+2,531)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,457 miles
    Test number
    882878340026
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass81,926 miles (+3,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    81,926 miles
    Test number
    802409449020
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass78,786 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    78,786 miles
    Test number
    274287358024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Fail78,786 miles (+3,287)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,786 miles
    Test number
    800173858080
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass75,499 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    75,499 miles
    Test number
    413396547028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail75,433 miles (+6,867)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,433 miles
    Test number
    631607237014
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass68,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    68,566 miles
    Test number
    603088056053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T235 KVU

Does T235 KVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T235 KVU is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T235 KVU?
The MOT on T235 KVU is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T235 KVU done?
T235 KVU was recorded at 117,293 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 2,433 miles a year.
Has T235 KVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T235 KVU has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T235 KVU 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 T235 KVU find?
T235 KVU passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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