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DF08 XHG

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Blue Petrol 3195cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

69,870 mi
Last recorded69,870 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 XHG
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,195cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 69,870 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 68,423 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 65,218 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 59,026 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 53,308 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 51,170 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 49,717 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 48,138 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 44,754 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 38,539 miles

slightly spongy brake pedal

Fail 13 Oct 2017 38,539 miles

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

slightly spongy brake pedal

Pass 11 Oct 2016 33,966 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 30,034 miles

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

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

engine under tray fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2014 26,052 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 25,290 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2012 21,811 miles

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,264 miles

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

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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DF08 XHG is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Blue with a 3,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DF08 XHG, 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 DF08 XHG registered?

DF08 XHG is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is DF08 XHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 XHG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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