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GU08 OMJ

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Grey Petrol 3195cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,816 mi
Last recorded101,816 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 OMJ
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,195cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 101,816 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 93,107 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 86,038 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 78,586 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 70,458 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 63,942 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 52,980 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2019 52,974 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 45,684 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 39,018 miles

Offside Front tyre worn inside edge

Pass 7 Jun 2016 31,228 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 23,527 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 15,368 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 14,164 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 13,570 miles

o/s/r wheel tight when rotating

Fail 6 Jun 2012 13,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r wheel tight when rotating

Pass 11 May 2011 12,395 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 12,382 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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GU08 OMJ is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Grey with a 3,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU08 OMJ, 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 GU08 OMJ registered?

GU08 OMJ is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 17 May 2008.

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