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GJ58 JGX

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,969 mi
Last recorded102,969 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 JGX
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 102,969 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 102,961 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 100,774 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 96,223 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2020 92,067 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 88,642 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 85,267 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 79,735 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 71,524 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 61,087 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 47,961 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 38,040 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 28,911 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 28,911 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 19,921 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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GJ58 JGX is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GJ58 JGX, 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 GJ58 JGX registered?

GJ58 JGX is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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