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Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T534 TVMMOT history

T534 TVM is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 46,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
46,248 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T534 TVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T534 TVM was last recorded at 46,248 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jun 2008: 20,104 miles, lower than 29,096 miles on 27 Jun 2008.
  • 4 Jun 2013: 32,574 miles, lower than 33,008 miles on 21 Jun 2012.

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
45,524 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
724 miles
Average per year
1,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,248 miles
  • 2025 – 45,524 miles
  • 2023 – 44,442 miles
  • 2022 – 43,160 miles
  • 2020 – 42,092 miles
  • 2019 – 40,887 miles
  • 2018 – 39,664 miles
  • 2017 – 38,122 miles
  • 2016 – 36,692 miles
  • 2015 – 35,447 miles
  • 2014 – 33,725 miles
  • 2013 – 32,574 miles
  • 2012 – 33,008 miles
  • 2011 – 31,588 miles
  • 2010 – 31,186 miles
  • 2009 – 30,311 miles
  • 2008 – 20,104 miles
  • 2007 – 27,286 miles
  • 2006 – 24,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,248 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass46,248 miles (+724)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    46,248 miles
    Test number
    157605114651
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass45,524 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    45,524 miles
    Test number
    265642608939
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail45,524 miles (+1,082)3 dangerous12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,524 miles
    Test number
    743347279646
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel inoperative (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected caliper hand brake lever,stuck virtually on full travel not returning when released (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working inoperative (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected caliper hand brake lever,stuck virtually on full travel not returning when released (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning indicated by brake performance readings (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs on axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAlarm/immobilizer system faulty,hazards operating intermittently during test

  4. Pass44,442 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    44,442 miles
    Test number
    275104402762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail44,433 miles (+1,273)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,433 miles
    Test number
    977343170517
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass43,160 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    43,160 miles
    Test number
    396368190931
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail43,160 miles (+1,068)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,160 miles
    Test number
    876655937079
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass42,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    42,092 miles
    Test number
    105938069582
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Fail42,092 miles (+1,205)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,092 miles
    Test number
    687169363825
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass40,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,887 miles
    Test number
    577613444517
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail40,887 miles (+1,223)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,887 miles
    Test number
    709296268261
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass39,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,664 miles
    Test number
    962649676766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail39,664 miles (+1,542)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,664 miles
    Test number
    147417272160
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass38,122 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    38,122 miles
    Test number
    157637103551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,118 miles (+1,426)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,118 miles
    Test number
    411725531221
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass36,692 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,692 miles
    Test number
    510926027165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,680 miles (+1,233)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,680 miles
    Test number
    736718681131
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring seat (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass35,447 miles (+1,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    35,447 miles
    Test number
    595765235081
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass33,725 miles (+1,151)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    33,725 miles
    Test number
    849417754029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,574 miles (-434)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,574 miles
    Test number
    228225353112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,008 miles (+1,420)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,008 miles
    Test number
    216383372173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,588 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,588 miles
    Test number
    799671971127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,186 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,186 miles
    Test number
    280938660192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,311 miles
    Test number
    810063969181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,311 miles (+10,207)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,311 miles
    Test number
    221053769102
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass20,104 miles (-8,992)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,104 miles
    Test number
    684230888140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail29,096 miles (+1,810)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,096 miles
    Test number
    593389078163
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass27,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,286 miles
    Test number
    580978457182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail27,286 miles (+3,036)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,286 miles
    Test number
    883447357142
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass24,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,250 miles
    Test number
    450627346117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail24,250 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,250 miles
    Test number
    810435046148
    • 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)

Questions about T534 TVM

Does T534 TVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T534 TVM is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T534 TVM?
The MOT on T534 TVM is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T534 TVM done?
T534 TVM was recorded at 46,248 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 1,090 miles a year.
Has T534 TVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T534 TVM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T534 TVM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T534 TVM find?
T534 TVM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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