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MJ08 XYS

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

65,700 mi
Last recorded65,700 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 XYS
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 65,700 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 58,830 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 54,513 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed handle (6.2.B.2)

Fail 9 Jan 2016

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. doesent lift forward (6.2.A.2)

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed handle (6.2.B.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2015 47,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 47,539 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 41,846 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 37,475 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,668 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 25,667 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 19,202 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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MJ08 XYS is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MJ08 XYS, 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 MJ08 XYS registered?

MJ08 XYS is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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