2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 2.4L Diesel · A18 GDB
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2006. Recorded mileage 47,733 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO BRERA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/06/2016
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,733 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2387cc
A18 GDB Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/06/2015
- 47,733 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo Brera
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
A18 GDB Mileage History
- 17/12/200920,004 mi
- 01/02/201129,557 mi+9,553 mi
- 01/02/201129,557 mi
- 04/04/201238,397 mi+8,840 mi
- 04/04/201238,397 mi
- 01/06/201344,242 mi+5,845 mi
- 08/06/201344,242 mi
- 23/06/201446,962 mi+2,720 mi
- 26/06/201446,971 mi+9 mi
- 29/06/201547,733 mi+762 mi
Average of roughly 5,014 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
A18 GDB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (A18 GDB) between December 2009 and June 2015.
The record contains 6 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 29 June 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (13 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”; “Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)”.
Common Problems: ALFA ROMEO BRERA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Front Subframe Corrosion(Serious)
Identical to the 159, the subframe is the biggest risk for UK buyers. It is a structural MOT failure point.
- Heavy Front Suspension Wear(Moderate)
The Brera is heavy, especially with the 2.4 diesel or 3.2 V6 engines. Upper wishbones and bushes are frequent replacement items.
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