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MK08 RLX

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137,175 mi
Last recorded137,175 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 RLX
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2022 137,175 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 125,561 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 125,506 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 117,028 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 107,746 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 30,996 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 30,993 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 29,074 miles

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Pass 28 Sep 2011 23,780 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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MK08 RLX is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MK08 RLX, 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 MK08 RLX registered?

MK08 RLX is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is MK08 RLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 RLX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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