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BG08 EGX

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue Diesel 2387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

108,197 mi
Last recorded108,197 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 EGX
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,387cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2019 108,197 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit And Terminals insecure (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour DPF warning lamp illuminated (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Multiple lumps on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2017 96,824 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 76,129 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 76,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front tyres scrubing

Pass 25 Jun 2013 58,092 miles

n/s/f sun visor missing

rear tyre tread getting low & worn on inner edges

slight brake binding o/s/r

slight play n/s/f top ball joint & inner wishbone bushes

Pass 14 Jun 2012 36,768 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 14 Jun 2012 36,768 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

suspect front pads getting low !!

Pass 24 Jun 2011 27,545 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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BG08 EGX is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Blue with a 2,387cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BG08 EGX, 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 BG08 EGX registered?

BG08 EGX is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 17 June 2008.

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