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K9 SWM

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Diesel 2387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,404 mi
Last recorded62,404 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 SWM
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,387cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 62,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 3.5mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 62,403 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative linkage broken (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 3.5mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear chassis brace corroded

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

Offside Rear chassis brace corroded/holed

Pass 29 Oct 2024 60,789 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material calliper balance pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material calliper balance pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 58,901 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 58,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 56,964 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Calliper inter-connect pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip on offside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 55,498 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material calliper inter-connect pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips in offside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 54,098 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 53,844 miles

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

Nearside Front TYRE FOULING INNER WHEEL PAN COVER AT FRONT - INSECURE

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

Offside Front ABS CABLE NOT SECURED INTO RETAINING BRACKET - DAMAGED.

Offside Rear PARKING BRAKE LEVER NOT RETURNING TO REST POSITION- ADJUSTMENT MAY BE REQUIRED.

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view MINOR STONE CHIP / CRACK (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 52,975 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2018 52,973 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 51,070 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 47,694 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 39,883 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 32,013 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 24,568 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 17,651 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 16,988 miles

N/S/R Tyre on 3mm

Pass 18 Nov 2011 12,248 miles

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

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

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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K9 SWM is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 2,387cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 K9 SWM, 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 K9 SWM registered?

K9 SWM is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is K9 SWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K9 SWM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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