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CK08 VXD

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Petrol 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

119,698 mi
Last recorded119,698 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 VXD
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 119,698 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2022 119,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 117,248 miles

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

Various underbody components corroded

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

Fail 28 Nov 2020 117,206 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Various underbody components corroded

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 109,613 miles

back box corroded

stone chip within zone a

Fail 30 May 2019 109,490 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

back box corroded

stone chip within zone a

Pass 24 May 2018 103,365 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 97,772 miles

Rear exhaust rusty

Fail 1 Jun 2017 97,772 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear exhaust rusty

Pass 7 Jun 2016 90,897 miles

Nearside Front door handle slightly inscure

Pass 12 May 2015 86,929 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 86,929 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 83,829 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 83,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 74,205 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 59,466 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front brake wear indicator wire broken

rear exhaust outer caseing corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2011 44,696 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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CK08 VXD is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,910cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 CK08 VXD, 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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CK08 VXD is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 28 July 2008.

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