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EX08 XFG

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Diesel 2387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,803 mi
Last recorded44,803 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XFG
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,387cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 44,803 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

drivers seat does not fold but no rear passenger seats

Pass 29 Apr 2025 38,559 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 36,843 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 36,843 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 32,173 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 30,957 miles

rear sub frame slight corrosion

Pass 30 Mar 2021 29,651 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 28,869 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 27,115 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 24,205 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 20,318 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 18,214 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 12,244 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 11,156 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 9,135 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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EX08 XFG is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 2,387cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EX08 XFG, 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 EX08 XFG registered?

EX08 XFG is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is EX08 XFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XFG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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