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AP08 UPH

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

White Petrol 3195cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,388 mi
Last recorded108,388 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 UPH
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,195cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 108,388 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 108,386 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken O/S+N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Rear) O/S+N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S+N/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 107,942 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 102,510 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 102,507 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 98,046 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 19 Jun 2018 98,043 miles

Headlamp aim not tested Both sides (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Switch on n.s.f upper suspension arm lever broken (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 89,805 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 80,646 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 72,490 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 63,431 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 54,320 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 45,396 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 34,856 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Spider?

Based on 124,331 MOT tests across 8,177 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,906
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
8,177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,076
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,433
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,048
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,697
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,135
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AP08 UPH is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in White with a 3,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 49,539 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Spider fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 UPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Spider typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 18 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AP08 UPH registered?

AP08 UPH is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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