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AV08 ZFX

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,810 mi
Last recorded131,810 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 ZFX
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 131,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyres incorrectly fitted. Inside/Outside

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2026 131,799 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyres incorrectly fitted. Inside/Outside

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 125,074 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2024 125,074 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 111,645 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall, cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre low pressure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 103,653 miles

Offside Rear Outer sill weak & corroded

Fail 2 Jan 2023 103,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer sill weak & corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2022 100,493 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 100,377 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 99,940 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 99,380 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 98,674 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Jul 2016 97,925 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both (4.1.D.1e)

Front discs rust

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

wipers condition

Pass 10 Jul 2015 96,254 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front service brakes show imbalance(11%)

off side rear brake disc outer face shows corrosion.

rear service brakes show imbalance(10%)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 95,681 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 90,271 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 3 Jul 2012 83,073 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)

both front tyres wearing on edges

curb damage to nearside front wheel

curb damage to offside front tyre

Pass 6 May 2011 64,759 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 147?

Based on 411,257 MOT tests across 31,416 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
6,527
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
31,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,164
position lamp(s) not working 17,492
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 13,298
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,412
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,261
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AV08 ZFX is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 70,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 147 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 ZFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 147 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Alfa Romeo 147 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV08 ZFX registered?

AV08 ZFX is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 10 June 2008.

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