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Alfa Romeo Spider

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,970 cc

Y288 FBWMOT history

Y288 FBW is a red petrol Alfa Romeo Spider first used on 20 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 71,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2023
Mileage
71,468 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 FBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Spider
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 FBW was last recorded at 71,468 miles on 1 Jun 2022, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 May 2010: 68,788 miles, lower than 68,790 miles on 18 May 2010.

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
71,211 miles · 10 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
2,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 71,468 miles
  • 2021 – 71,211 miles
  • 2017 – 71,057 miles
  • 2014 – 70,692 miles
  • 2013 – 70,393 miles
  • 2012 – 70,172 miles
  • 2011 – 69,447 miles
  • 2010 – 68,788 miles
  • 2009 – 64,742 miles
  • 2008 – 57,638 miles
  • 2007 – 46,855 miles
  • 2006 – 31,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,468 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,468 miles (+257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    71,468 miles
    Test number
    265032035967
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass71,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    71,211 miles
    Test number
    909775762932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail71,211 miles (+154)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,211 miles
    Test number
    174285056877
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,057 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,057 miles
    Test number
    307515996917
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake readings just passed

  5. Fail71,057 miles (+365)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,057 miles
    Test number
    459865528499
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake readings just passed

  6. Pass70,692 miles (+299)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,692 miles
    Test number
    336727884222
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass70,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,393 miles
    Test number
    999959053211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,393 miles (+221)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,393 miles
    Test number
    317445253231
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  9. Pass70,172 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,172 miles
    Test number
    285785682245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,171 miles (+724)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,171 miles
    Test number
    507733482227
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass69,447 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,447 miles
    Test number
    987586451294
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail69,443 miles (+655)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,443 miles
    Test number
    837662831217
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass68,788 miles (-2)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    68,788 miles
    Test number
    241671840481
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Note1 bulb in 2rd brake light not working
    • NoteOffside indicator not self cancelling

  14. Fail68,790 miles (+1)2 dangerous4 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,790 miles
    Test number
    142268530144
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Note1 bulb in 2rd brake light not working
    • NoteOffside indicator not self cancelling

  15. Fail68,789 miles (+4,047)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,789 miles
    Test number
    662015030164
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass64,742 miles (+7,104)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,742 miles
    Test number
    891062149141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,638 miles (+10,783)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,638 miles
    Test number
    251800808479
    • NoteRear suspension ball joints have slight play
    • NoteWindscreen has slight damage

  18. Pass46,855 miles (+14,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,855 miles
    Test number
    540704917197
    • 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)

  19. Pass31,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,914 miles
    Test number
    792508406157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y288 FBW

Does Y288 FBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y288 FBW expired on 31 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y288 FBW?
The MOT on Y288 FBW expired on 31 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y288 FBW done?
Y288 FBW was recorded at 71,468 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2022, an average of 2,454 miles a year.
Has Y288 FBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 FBW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on Y288 FBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y288 FBW find?
Y288 FBW passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2022 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r and n/s/f.

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