2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 2.2L Petrol · LS07 FXL

The 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile at 98,506 miles. The most recent MOT, conducted on 4 September 2023 at 98,506 miles, passed cleanly with zero defects recorded. A retest on the same day resolved an engine MIL inoperative fault, indicating a minor electrical or bulb issue that was promptly corrected. The maintenance trend over the last three years is stable, with no recurring mechanical failures and only one minor advisory-free pass recorded in the most recent cycle. This suggests the vehicle has been kept in reasonable order during its current period of ownership. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. Between the September 2021 test at 95,949 miles and the September 2023 test at 98,506 miles, the car covered just 2,557 miles over two years. The recorded mileage has remained static at 98,506 since September 2023, meaning the vehicle has now been stationary for nearly three years. For a 19-year-old car averaging roughly 5,185 miles per year, this is exceptionally low annual use. However, prolonged standing raises its own concerns. A car sitting unused for extended periods can develop deteriorated brake calipers, perished rubber bushes, flat-spotted tyres, and moisture ingress into fluids and electrical connectors. The lack of recent MOT entries since September 2023 means there is no current roadworthiness certification, and the vehicle's mechanical condition today cannot be verified without a fresh inspection. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the front suspension components. In the September 2022 failure at 98,083 miles, the tester flagged an excessively worn nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint. While this was rectified before the pass, the underlying condition of the remaining suspension bushes, lower arm joints, and coil springs warrants a thorough check, particularly given the car's age and the possibility of degraded rubber from standing. Brake system health also demands scrutiny. Binding calipers and corroded discs are common on low-mileage vehicles left parked, and the static mileage since 2023 makes this a real risk. A fresh MOT should be arranged before purchase, and the car should be test-driven to assess steering precision, brake feel, and any signs of exhaust or fluid leaks that may have developed during its extended period of inactivity.