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MK08 RPZ

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

76,208 mi
Last recorded76,208 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 RPZ
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 76,208 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 73,828 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside rear brake backing plate corroding away

Pass 29 Apr 2024 71,033 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 68,906 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 68,904 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2022 66,689 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 66,677 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 63,205 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 60,091 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 56,202 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 52,876 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 47,478 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 42,749 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 38,728 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 35,253 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 31,350 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 31,350 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

slight damage to nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,389 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 21,030 miles

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

advise wear to both front brake discs

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 RPZ is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RPZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK08 RPZ registered?

MK08 RPZ is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is MK08 RPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 RPZ 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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