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COL 73R

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

58,592 mi
Last recorded58,592 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOL 73R
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 58,592 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 56,250 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 53,857 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 50,797 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 50,732 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 50,407 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 50,407 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 50,001 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 47,257 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 43,920 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 41,766 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 37,929 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 31,908 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Sep 2013 25,398 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING LOW ON INNER EDGES

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 21,665 miles

235/40zr17 96y

both rear tyres getting low!

Pass 19 Sep 2011 18,152 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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COL 73R is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 COL 73R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was COL 73R registered?

COL 73R is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is COL 73R safe to buy?

The MOT history for COL 73R shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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