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Alfa Romeo Spider

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T541 HPPMOT history

T541 HPP is a silver petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2023
Mileage
73,531 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T541 HPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T541 HPP was last recorded at 73,531 miles on 19 Jul 2022, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 May 2015: 52,970 miles, lower than 57,095 miles on 7 May 2014.

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
73,520 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,531 miles
  • 2021 – 72,169 miles
  • 2019 – 68,463 miles
  • 2018 – 63,901 miles
  • 2017 – 63,365 miles
  • 2016 – 56,827 miles
  • 2015 – 52,970 miles
  • 2014 – 57,095 miles
  • 2013 – 47,389 miles
  • 2012 – 43,595 miles
  • 2011 – 39,058 miles
  • 2010 – 39,044 miles
  • 2009 – 37,480 miles
  • 2008 – 35,024 miles
  • 2007 – 33,351 miles
  • 2006 – 29,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,531 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe slightly deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,531 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,531 miles
    Test number
    889128892931
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,520 miles (+1,351)2 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,520 miles
    Test number
    734696956429
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,169 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,169 miles
    Test number
    473443627871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,463 miles
    Test number
    484649608689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail68,463 miles (+4,562)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,463 miles
    Test number
    694314665026
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass63,901 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,901 miles
    Test number
    427214280541
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section deteriorated outer skin corroded
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in windscreen

  7. Fail63,901 miles (+536)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,901 miles
    Test number
    126972152139
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section deteriorated outer skin corroded
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in windscreen

  8. Pass63,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,365 miles
    Test number
    117762795027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,365 miles (+6,538)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,365 miles
    Test number
    727494120121
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass56,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,827 miles
    Test number
    930464273169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail56,826 miles (+3,856)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,826 miles
    Test number
    929573120114
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass52,970 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,970 miles
    Test number
    129575635135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. FailMileage not read9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    307284435141
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass57,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    219007124136
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail57,095 miles (+9,706)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    206477924119
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass47,389 miles (+3,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,389 miles
    Test number
    319683623155
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass43,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,595 miles
    Test number
    616030452199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,595 miles (+4,537)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,595 miles
    Test number
    616140452131
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass39,058 miles (+14)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,058 miles
    Test number
    958042551195
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  20. Fail39,044 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,044 miles
    Test number
    190740120082
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass39,044 miles (+1,564)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    39,044 miles
    Test number
    854510020038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,480 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,480 miles
    Test number
    412872749073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,024 miles (+1,673)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,024 miles
    Test number
    101352058494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,351 miles (+4,143)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,351 miles
    Test number
    994431957052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,208 miles
    Test number
    472259156078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T541 HPP

Does T541 HPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T541 HPP expired on 18 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T541 HPP?
The MOT on T541 HPP expired on 18 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T541 HPP done?
T541 HPP was recorded at 73,531 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2022, an average of 2,705 miles a year.
Has T541 HPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T541 HPP has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T541 HPP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T541 HPP find?
T541 HPP passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight hole in boot; exhaust noisy; front exhaust pipe slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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