2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 2.2L Petrol · DON 205K
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (2.2L, petrol). First registered 03 Oct 2006. Recorded mileage 89,421 miles. MOT valid until 29 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO BRERA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,421 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DON 205K Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/05/2026
- 89,421 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DON 205K MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (DON 205K) between October 2009 and May 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural”; “Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Front Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))”.
DON 205K Mileage History
- 01/10/200919,592 mi
- 10/09/201026,429 mi+6,837 mi
- 11/10/201133,016 mi+6,587 mi
- 02/10/201237,531 mi+4,515 mi
- 02/10/201343,152 mi+5,621 mi
- 03/10/201449,812 mi+6,660 mi
- 21/09/201555,714 mi+5,902 mi
- 14/10/201661,817 mi+6,103 mi
- 11/10/201767,549 mi+5,732 mi
- 10/10/201873,435 mi+5,886 mi
- 11/10/201873,435 mi
- 05/10/201977,618 mi+4,183 mi
- 05/10/202080,612 mi+2,994 mi
- 19/10/202080,614 mi+2 mi
- 05/10/202182,866 mi+2,252 mi
- 10/10/202285,458 mi+2,592 mi
- 05/10/202387,406 mi+1,948 mi
- 16/04/202587,568 mi+162 mi
- 31/05/202587,792 mi+224 mi
- 23/05/202689,421 mi+1,629 mi
Average of roughly 4,196 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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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- Front Subframe CorrosionSerious
Identical to the 159, the subframe is the biggest risk for UK buyers. It is a structural MOT failure point.
- Heavy Front Suspension WearModerate
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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