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WP08 RPZ

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,243 mi
Last recorded79,243 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 RPZ
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 79,243 miles

Nearside Rear tyre showing slight malformation on inner tyre wall

evident signs of impact damage to rear boot floor / spare wheel well, no visible separation evident

Fail 31 Jan 2017 79,243 miles

Nearside Rear tyre showing slight malformation on inner tyre wall

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

evident signs of impact damage to rear boot floor / spare wheel well, no visible separation evident

Pass 23 Oct 2015 72,498 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 72,484 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 62,117 miles

n/s/f tyre poor condition on inner edge

Fail 10 Sep 2014 62,117 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

n/s/f tyre poor condition on inner edge

Pass 6 Sep 2013 51,931 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 41,742 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 28,105 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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WP08 RPZ 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WP08 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 WP08 RPZ registered?

WP08 RPZ is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is WP08 RPZ safe to buy?

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