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EX08 XFM

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Petrol 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,176 mi
Last recorded53,176 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XFM
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 53,176 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking in treads

wear in both rear brake discs

Pass 13 Nov 2017 49,177 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 44,675 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 42,448 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Oil leak oil around gearbox ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jun 2015 36,194 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 30,339 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 30,339 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 24,336 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jun 2012 18,469 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 14,466 miles

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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EX08 XFM is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,910cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX08 XFM, 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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What year was EX08 XFM registered?

EX08 XFM is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is EX08 XFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XFM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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