Alfa Romeo logo

Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T985 LGOMOT history

T985 LGO is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 110,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2024
Mileage
110,902 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,726 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T985 LGO in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T985 LGO
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
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T985 LGO was last recorded at 110,902 miles on 13 Nov 2023, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,861 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
4,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,902 miles
  • 2022 – 107,645 miles
  • 2017 – 104,870 miles
  • 2016 – 101,699 miles
  • 2015 – 96,679 miles
  • 2014 – 92,150 miles
  • 2013 – 78,877 miles
  • 2012 – 71,786 miles
  • 2011 – 63,282 miles
  • 2010 – 48,991 miles
  • 2009 – 39,578 miles
  • 2008 – 33,922 miles
  • 2006 – 30,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,902 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,902 miles (+41)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    110,902 miles
    Test number
    661411542734
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail110,861 miles (+218)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,861 miles
    Test number
    426456299689
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail110,643 miles (+2,998)6 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,643 miles
    Test number
    143196643689
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass107,645 miles (+2,775)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    107,645 miles
    Test number
    232198599154
    • AdvisoryCentral Front oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass104,870 miles (+3,171)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,870 miles
    Test number
    887650563842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded & pads are low

  6. Pass101,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,699 miles
    Test number
    256890532008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,693 miles (+5,014)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,693 miles
    Test number
    194912212326
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass96,679 miles (+4,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    96,679 miles
    Test number
    486431905273
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded on outer edges

  9. Pass92,150 miles (+13,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,150 miles
    Test number
    339540174118
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass78,877 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    806148443170
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges.
    • NoteOffside headlamp aim on the lower limits.

  11. Fail78,861 miles (+7,075)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,861 miles
    Test number
    867818943174
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges.
    • NoteOffside headlamp aim on the lower limits.

  12. Pass71,786 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,786 miles
    Test number
    237549132431
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  13. Fail71,784 miles (+8,502)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,784 miles
    Test number
    828893332105
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  14. Pass63,282 miles (+14,291)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,282 miles
    Test number
    399372631113
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s & n/s outer sills damaged

  15. Pass48,991 miles (+9,413)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,991 miles
    Test number
    710689420166
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to limit
    • NoteRear brake pads over half worn
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow at centre box
    • NoteSlight play in offside rear anti roll bar link ball joint

  16. Pass39,578 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,578 miles
    Test number
    584684339125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail39,578 miles (+5,656)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,578 miles
    Test number
    344293239142
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail33,922 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,922 miles
    Test number
    151919298023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass33,922 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,922 miles
    Test number
    424689298031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,336 miles
    Test number
    572569496250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T985 LGO

Does T985 LGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T985 LGO expired on 12 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T985 LGO?
The MOT on T985 LGO expired on 12 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T985 LGO done?
T985 LGO was recorded at 110,902 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2023, an average of 4,726 miles a year.
Has T985 LGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 LGO has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T985 LGO 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 T985 LGO find?
T985 LGO passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly twisted; coil spring corroded all four.; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T985 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.