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X50 ODL

2008 Alfa Romeo 147

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

215,037 mi
Last recorded215,037 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 14770,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX50 ODL
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2022 215,037 miles

Emissions not tested due to bad oil leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear exhaust in poor condition

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 212,299 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 208,073 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 195,834 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 181,513 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 165,174 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 149,660 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Apr 2015 132,333 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 115,292 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 96,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 96,738 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 79,043 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 52,200 miles

front & rear registration plate has raised characters

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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X50 ODL is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X50 ODL, 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 X50 ODL registered?

X50 ODL is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 5 February 2008.

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