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LB08 FTO

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

White Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,723 mi
Last recorded47,723 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

RegistrationLB08 FTO
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 47,723 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 47,528 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 46,751 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 46,743 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 46,736 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Oct 2021 46,719 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 46,636 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 46,367 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 45,627 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 45,406 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 43,805 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 42,038 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 37,863 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 29,144 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 22,420 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 16,195 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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LB08 FTO is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in White with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LB08 FTO, 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 LB08 FTO registered?

LB08 FTO is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 2 August 2008.

Is LB08 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 FTO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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