CarVerify

Free Car Check

BN58 BVA

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Red Diesel 1910cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,540 mi
Last recorded118,540 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Alfa Romeo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 BVA
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 118,540 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2018 118,538 miles

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

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 118,244 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 114,853 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 109,870 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 99,355 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 99,355 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 88,157 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 74,890 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 74,890 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 53,427 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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
Full Alfa Romeo 147 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BN58 BVA is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BN58 BVA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN58 BVA?

You can check the full history of BN58 BVA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BN58 BVA registered?

BN58 BVA is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is BN58 BVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 BVA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN58 BVA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BN58 BVA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.