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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,970 cc

T463 POAMOT history

T463 POA is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 140,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
140,534 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
37
20 passed · 17 failed
Per year
4,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T463 POA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T463 POA was last recorded at 140,534 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,534 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,534 miles
  • 2024 – 139,505 miles
  • 2022 – 138,583 miles
  • 2021 – 137,851 miles
  • 2019 – 137,721 miles
  • 2018 – 137,197 miles
  • 2017 – 136,327 miles
  • 2016 – 135,831 miles
  • 2015 – 133,623 miles
  • 2014 – 131,347 miles
  • 2013 – 125,210 miles
  • 2012 – 119,521 miles
  • 2011 – 111,273 miles
  • 2010 – 107,324 miles
  • 2009 – 105,572 miles
  • 2008 – 95,443 miles
  • 2007 – 84,722 miles
  • 2006 – 72,471 miles
  • 2005 – 53,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,534 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Failure7 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

37 tests since 15 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    140,534 miles
    Test number
    429655929654
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail140,534 miles (+970)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,534 miles
    Test number
    752428854324
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass139,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    139,564 miles
    Test number
    507726112795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail139,564 miles (+59)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,564 miles
    Test number
    609787923939
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass139,505 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    139,505 miles
    Test number
    805663164366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail139,503 miles (+920)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,503 miles
    Test number
    550813865539
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  7. Pass138,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,583 miles
    Test number
    322344196958
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail138,583 miles (+732)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,583 miles
    Test number
    275906582994
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass137,851 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,851 miles
    Test number
    676066193004
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded
  10. Fail137,846 miles (+125)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,846 miles
    Test number
    209732358593
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill. Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of complete sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill. Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of complete sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded
  11. Pass137,721 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,721 miles
    Test number
    206981753274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail137,720 miles (+523)10 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,720 miles
    Test number
    314939924695
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected battery (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested no coolant in system (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnable to access fuel cap
  13. Pass137,197 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    137,197 miles
    Test number
    148401169936
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  14. Fail137,196 miles (+869)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,196 miles
    Test number
    770587363329
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  15. Pass136,327 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,327 miles
    Test number
    175952274093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Fail136,326 miles (+495)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,326 miles
    Test number
    899305786001
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged Has a cut (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWater cap missing
  17. Pass135,831 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    135,831 miles
    Test number
    638488213090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
  18. Fail135,831 miles (+2,208)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,831 miles
    Test number
    998853325493
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged
  19. Pass133,623 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    133,623 miles
    Test number
    469871005286
    • NoteFloor to sill rusty
  20. Fail133,623 miles (+2,276)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,623 miles
    Test number
    206051605265
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFloor to sill rusty
  21. Pass131,347 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    131,347 miles
    Test number
    798150544188
    • NoteFront discs badly worn
    • NoteRear floors rusty
    • NoteRear tyres cracking inner sidewalls
  22. Fail131,347 miles (+6,137)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,347 miles
    Test number
    158369134118
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFront discs badly worn
    • NoteRear floors rusty
    • NoteRear tyres cracking inner sidewalls
  23. Pass125,210 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    125,210 miles
    Test number
    496310153152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail125,209 miles (+5,688)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,209 miles
    Test number
    216599243498
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  25. Pass119,521 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    119,521 miles
    Test number
    357913642150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside floor rusty
  26. Fail119,521 miles (+8,248)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,521 miles
    Test number
    138523642169
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside floor rusty
  27. Pass111,273 miles (+3,949)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    111,273 miles
    Test number
    879627941188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  28. Pass107,324 miles (+1,752)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    107,324 miles
    Test number
    742985950171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  29. Pass105,572 miles (+10,129)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    105,572 miles
    Test number
    901546629185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass95,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    352610038136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail95,443 miles (+10,721)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    640259128184
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  32. Pass84,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    84,722 miles
    Test number
    650849727161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail84,722 miles (+12,251)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,722 miles
    Test number
    883104827171
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  34. Pass72,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    72,471 miles
    Test number
    273783026161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail72,471 miles (+355)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,471 miles
    Test number
    351082626191
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  36. Fail72,116 miles (+18,171)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,116 miles
    Test number
    262789106106
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteWindscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which do not restrict the drivers veiw
  37. Pass53,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    53,945 miles
    Test number
    800328475283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T463 POA

Does T463 POA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T463 POA is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T463 POA?
The MOT on T463 POA is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T463 POA done?
T463 POA was recorded at 140,534 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 4,216 miles a year.
Has T463 POA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T463 POA has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T463 POA 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 T463 POA find?
T463 POA passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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