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NC08 CXY

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

100,251 mi
Last recorded100,251 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 CXY
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 100,251 miles

coil spring loose when vehicle jacked up

engine oil leaks

inner edge o/s/f tyre worn

Fail 21 May 2018 100,249 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure both front brackets broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure not seated properly (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

coil spring loose when vehicle jacked up

engine oil leaks

inner edge o/s/f tyre worn

Pass 22 May 2017 79,838 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 May 2017 79,838 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (1.8.A.1b)

both rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 27 May 2016 62,117 miles

inner edge n/s/f tyre worn

small cut on n/s/f tyre side wall

Fail 25 May 2016 62,117 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

inner edge n/s/f tyre worn

small cut on n/s/f tyre side wall

Pass 8 May 2015 52,354 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 48,110 miles

Boot full.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front and rear pads and disc,s are close to wear limit.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear tyres outer edges starting to wear.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 41,611 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 35,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F Tyre has a cut on inner side but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front disc and pads getting low

Pass 11 May 2011 27,915 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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NC08 CXY is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel 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 NC08 CXY, 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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NC08 CXY is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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