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YB08 DXU

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,765 mi
Last recorded33,765 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider49,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 DXU
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 33,765 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2025 33,543 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 31,800 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 30,281 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 30,224 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 29,866 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 29,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2016 28,185 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 27,160 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 24,463 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 19,812 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 12,308 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 7,703 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Spider?

Based on 124,331 MOT tests across 8,177 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,906
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
8,177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,076
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,433
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,048
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,697
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,135
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YB08 DXU is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 49,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Spider fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB08 DXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Spider typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 18 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YB08 DXU?

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What year was YB08 DXU registered?

YB08 DXU is a 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is YB08 DXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 DXU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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