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ALFA ROMEO SPIDER (2011)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 44 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

98%

Total Tests (2024)

44

Avg Mileage

56,956 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,097

Is the 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the ALFA ROMEO brand average of 80%.

At 13 years old, 98% of ALFA ROMEO SPIDERs from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 44 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 56,956 miles.

How does the 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER compare?

Rank among all 2011 cars20th out of 615(top 3%)
Rank among all ALFA ROMEO models5th out of 158(top 3%)
vs national average+16% (82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average+21% (77% avg)
vs ALFA ROMEO average+18% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER has 56,956 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a ALFA ROMEO SPIDER?

The most reliable year is the 2004 model with a 87% MOT pass rate, while the 1997 model has the lowest at 71%. The 2011 sits between the two at 98%.

How much does a 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2198cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£2,097
Per month£175/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

ALFA ROMEO SPIDER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201198%4456,956 mi
201086%20166,384 mi
200983%23066,700 mi
200882%1,03669,381 mi
200779%1,01276,866 mi
200579%11359,726 mi
200487%10274,816 mi
200373%18683,492 mi
200283%20186,604 mi
200180%52282,494 mi
200073%28587,083 mi
199974%67287,986 mi
199873%53285,540 mi
199771%51589,378 mi
199674%32277,780 mi
199559%3771,483 mi
199384%5157,573 mi
199278%16078,273 mi
199181%29874,647 mi
199083%22164,287 mi

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About the 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER

The 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER is a premium with a 2198cc petrol engine. 44 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 3% of all 2011 cars for reliability.

With an average of 56,956 miles at 13 years old, ALFA ROMEO SPIDER owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER Fuel Costs

The 2198cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

ALFA ROMEO SPIDER Reliability Trend

Newer ALFA ROMEO SPIDERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER

At 13 years old, the ALFA ROMEO SPIDER is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2004 model has the highest pass rate at 87%. Note: with only 44 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2011 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER

The ALFA ROMEO SPIDER is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premiums from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: