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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T881 EBWMOT history

T881 EBW is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
132,867 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T881 EBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T881 EBW was last recorded at 132,867 miles on 9 May 2025, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,751 miles · 17 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
5,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,867 miles
  • 2024 – 132,751 miles
  • 2023 – 132,612 miles
  • 2021 – 132,000 miles
  • 2019 – 131,326 miles
  • 2018 – 130,342 miles
  • 2017 – 127,290 miles
  • 2016 – 123,185 miles
  • 2015 – 114,861 miles
  • 2014 – 108,912 miles
  • 2013 – 98,718 miles
  • 2012 – 95,879 miles
  • 2011 – 84,155 miles
  • 2010 – 74,021 miles
  • 2009 – 60,020 miles
  • 2008 – 47,375 miles
  • 2007 – 39,680 miles
  • 2006 – 32,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,867 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Slight exhaust blow

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,867 miles (+116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    132,867 miles
    Test number
    831057947389
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass132,751 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    132,751 miles
    Test number
    792561345910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass132,612 miles (+612)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    132,612 miles
    Test number
    542675746752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,000 miles (+29)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    132,000 miles
    Test number
    951652055073
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail131,971 miles (+645)1 dangerous4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,971 miles
    Test number
    560055431746
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested brake pads incorrectly fitted (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ and around union (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corrosion and damage (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Pass131,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    131,326 miles
    Test number
    446074432596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail131,326 miles (+984)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,326 miles
    Test number
    857905496360
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Discs corroded (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass130,342 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    130,342 miles
    Test number
    801341464403
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  9. Fail130,342 miles (+3,052)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,342 miles
    Test number
    724872526711
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  10. Pass127,290 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    127,290 miles
    Test number
    953771893219
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  11. Fail127,255 miles (+4,070)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,255 miles
    Test number
    603895888937
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  12. Pass123,185 miles (+8,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    123,185 miles
    Test number
    944078840974
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass114,861 miles (+5,949)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    114,861 miles
    Test number
    606103535081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass108,912 miles (+10,194)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    108,912 miles
    Test number
    469114744017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,718 miles
    Test number
    167825383010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail98,711 miles (+2,832)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,711 miles
    Test number
    285735783028
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass95,879 miles (+11,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,879 miles
    Test number
    608904712205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass84,155 miles (+10,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,155 miles
    Test number
    418902201193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass74,021 miles (+14,001)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,021 miles
    Test number
    323969790077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,020 miles
    Test number
    541892669031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,020 miles (+12,645)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,020 miles
    Test number
    514951869004
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass47,375 miles (+7,695)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    47,375 miles
    Test number
    332441068009
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing low
    • NoteHandbrake performance low

  23. Pass39,680 miles (+7,052)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,680 miles
    Test number
    763251017181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,628 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,628 miles
    Test number
    494706586096
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass32,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,628 miles
    Test number
    910406886048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T881 EBW

Does T881 EBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T881 EBW expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T881 EBW?
The MOT on T881 EBW expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T881 EBW done?
T881 EBW was recorded at 132,867 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 5,243 miles a year.
Has T881 EBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T881 EBW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T881 EBW 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 T881 EBW find?
T881 EBW passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; rear coil spring corroded both.

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