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CJ58 RVN

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

71,353 mi
Last recorded71,353 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ58 RVN
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 71,353 miles

brake and suspension components slightly corroded

brake discs slightly pitted

front registration plate slightly deteriorated

gearbox oil leak

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Fail 30 Jul 2018 71,353 miles

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

brake and suspension components slightly corroded

brake discs slightly pitted

front registration plate slightly deteriorated

gearbox oil leak

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Sep 2016 69,163 miles

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Fail 27 Aug 2015 60,583 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 60,583 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 53,580 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 53,580 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 37,626 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 37,626 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 24,817 miles

passenger seat does not recline allowing access to rear

Pass 1 Sep 2011 16,949 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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CJ58 RVN is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CJ58 RVN, 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 CJ58 RVN registered?

CJ58 RVN is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is CJ58 RVN safe to buy?

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