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£1,100

1998 Alfa Romeo Spider Lusso T-Spark ****** Presented in an elegant silver over red leather colour combination

United Kingdom • 19 Jul 2026 • Lot Lot 1

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider Lusso T-Spark in silver with red leather interior is being offered with no reserve. While it boasts a desirable colour combination and the charismatic Twin Spark engine, a past MOT mileage discrepancy and aftermarket stereo suggest it could be an enjoyable project or weekend car.

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Condition 

7

The car is presented in an attractive factory colour combination, but has a mileage discrepancy on a past MOT and an aftermarket stereo. The description suggests it would make an enjoyable project or weekend convertible, implying minor reconditioning may be needed.

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Manual

Transmission:

ZAR91600006050619

Chassis No:

Odometer:

103,980 miles

S83 GHU

Reg Number:

RHD/LHD:

LHD

MOT – NO Introduced in 1995, the Alfa Romeo Spider (Type 916) combined timeless Pininfarina styling with engaging front-wheel-drive handling, quickly establishing itself as one of the most distinctive open-top sports cars of the era.

Powered by Alfa Romeo's charismatic 2.0-litre Twin Spark engine, it offers a rewarding driving experience accompanied by the marque's unmistakable soundtrack.

Finished in silver with a contrasting black hood and striking red leather interior, this 1998 example presents in an attractive factory colour combination that perfectly complements the Spider's elegant styling.

The cabin features supportive sports seats, alloy-effect centre console, electric windows, climate control and an aftermarket Clarion stereo.

The odometer currently displays 103,980 miles.

Prospective bidders should note that an MOT mileage discrepancy is recorded on 3 April 2018.

However, the subsequent MOT history appears consistent, suggesting this was likely the result of an adminis...

Points of note

£450

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£3,500

Median Price (Since 2020)

£19,416

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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MOT Information

Expired

Expired on Jan 28 2025

Latest MOT Mileage

103,980 miles

Registration Date

1998-10-16

MOT History

Passed

On Jan 29 2024 with 103,980 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Exhaust mounting defective Centre and rear mountings deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Failed

On Nov 15 2023 with 103,980 miles

There were 7 defects noted.

Major:
- Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))


Advisory:
- Exhaust mounting defective Central and rear hangers deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Passed

On Oct 17 2022 with 103,715 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Failed

On Oct 13 2022 with 103,712 miles

There were 4 defects noted.

Major:
- Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))


Minor:
- Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))


Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Passed

On Oct 20 2021 with 102,436 miles

There were 4 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Failed

On Oct 14 2021 with 102,433 miles

There were 8 defects noted.

Major:
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexible (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexible (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))


Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Passed

On Sep 30 2020 with 101,440 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Passed

On Apr 11 2019 with 99,505 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met

Failed

On Apr 11 2019 with 99,505 miles

There were 5 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met


Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Passed

On Apr 03 2018 with 50,619 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Passed

On Apr 04 2017 with 96,567 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Advisory:
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Failed

On Apr 03 2017 with 96,567 miles

There were 6 defects noted.

Fail:
- Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)


Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Passed

On Mar 29 2016 with 95,724 miles


Passed

On Apr 23 2015 with 90,891 miles


Failed

On Apr 15 2015 with 90,597 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Fail:
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)


Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)


User Entered:
- rear exhaust mounting rubber damaged but system still supported

Passed

On Mar 26 2014 with 83,392 miles


Failed

On Mar 25 2014 with 83,392 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Fail:
- Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Passed

On Mar 21 2013 with 78,028 miles


Failed

On Mar 20 2013 with 78,028 miles

There were 5 defects noted.

Fail:
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Failed

On Mar 01 2012 with 71,381 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Passed

On Mar 01 2012 with 71,381 miles


Failed

On Mar 15 2011 with 66,684 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Passed

On Mar 15 2011 with 66,684 miles


Passed

On Feb 19 2010 with 63,138 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Passed

On Jan 27 2009 with 60,958 miles


Passed

On Jan 30 2008 with 58,950 miles


Failed

On Feb 02 2007 with 55,451 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Passed

On Feb 02 2007 with 55,451 miles


Passed

On Feb 03 2006 with 49,614 miles


MOT Mileage Trend

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