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MT57 FXF

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,890 mi
Last recorded137,890 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 FXF
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 137,890 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

number plate light is dull

Pass 27 Apr 2021 132,329 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 132,313 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2020 127,745 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 123,084 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 118,571 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 114,209 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 102,350 miles

handbrake only just met brake limit

Fail 31 Mar 2016 102,350 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

handbrake only just met brake limit

Pass 13 Mar 2015 91,356 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2014 78,881 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 72,626 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 72,626 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 65,008 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Mar 2012 65,008 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 54,929 miles

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

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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MT57 FXF is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MT57 FXF, 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 MT57 FXF registered?

MT57 FXF is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 5 February 2008.

Is MT57 FXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT57 FXF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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