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RV08 YWY

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,984 mi
Last recorded52,984 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 YWY
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 52,984 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 52,984 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 45,755 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 42,610 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 39,506 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 34,843 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inside edge.

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 28,883 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2012 24,418 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 19,953 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 19,953 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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RV08 YWY is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV08 YWY, 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 RV08 YWY registered?

RV08 YWY is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is RV08 YWY safe to buy?

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