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Alfa Romeo Spider

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T266 HTSMOT history

T266 HTS is a black petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2023 and it has passed 9 of 17 MOT tests, with 86,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2023
Mileage
86,638 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2023
MOT tests
17
9 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T266 HTS
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 expired on 28 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T266 HTS was last recorded at 86,638 miles on 23 Jun 2023, 6,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Sept 2008: 69,855 miles, lower than 70,233 miles on 4 Sept 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
80,021 miles · 29 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
6,617 miles
Average per year
1,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 86,638 miles
  • 2022 – 80,021 miles
  • 2021 – 73,641 miles
  • 2014 – 72,870 miles
  • 2012 – 72,544 miles
  • 2011 – 72,217 miles
  • 2010 – 71,130 miles
  • 2008 – 69,855 miles
  • 2007 – 65,876 miles
  • 2006 – 62,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,638 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Plus gaiter split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt missing Seat belt clasp missing (7.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear - Marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,638 miles (+6,617)3 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,638 miles
    Test number
    585747790853
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Plus gaiter split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt missing Seat belt clasp missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear - Marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass80,021 miles (+6,380)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    80,021 miles
    Test number
    788034183329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,641 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    73,641 miles
    Test number
    135937468299
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail73,641 miles (+771)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,641 miles
    Test number
    556986302462
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass72,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,870 miles
    Test number
    958709774040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,870 miles (+326)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,870 miles
    Test number
    367888174006
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  7. Pass72,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    72,544 miles
    Test number
    586335602347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,544 miles (+327)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,544 miles
    Test number
    475305102423
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass72,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    72,217 miles
    Test number
    425160601463
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Fail72,217 miles (+1,087)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,217 miles
    Test number
    845050801306
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel stud hole elongated (4.2.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass71,130 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    71,130 miles
    Test number
    481169990078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,032 miles (+117)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,032 miles
    Test number
    481160370068
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Fail70,915 miles (+1,060)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,915 miles
    Test number
    263625360094
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass69,855 miles (-378)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,855 miles
    Test number
    151669148203
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail70,233 miles (+4,357)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,233 miles
    Test number
    572378048257
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass65,876 miles (+3,147)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,876 miles
    Test number
    484598507228
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass62,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    384783106286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T266 HTS

Does T266 HTS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T266 HTS expired on 28 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T266 HTS?
The MOT on T266 HTS expired on 28 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T266 HTS done?
T266 HTS was recorded at 86,638 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2023, an average of 1,413 miles a year.
Has T266 HTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T266 HTS has failed 8 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T266 HTS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T266 HTS find?
T266 HTS failed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up; offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 14 more.

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