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DN08 ZLU

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,788 mi
Last recorded28,788 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 ZLU
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 28,788 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 27,958 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 27,480 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 26,312 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2022 26,272 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 24,947 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 23,445 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly cracking/perishing

Pass 23 Sep 2019 21,846 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing from from primary grooves

Pass 13 Sep 2018 20,481 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 20,481 miles

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

cut in o/s/f outer tyre wall

Pass 8 Sep 2017 19,446 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 18,470 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 14,616 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 11,979 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 8,770 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 5,004 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 4,087 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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DN08 ZLU is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DN08 ZLU, 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 DN08 ZLU registered?

DN08 ZLU is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is DN08 ZLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 ZLU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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