2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 3.2L Petrol · DY07 NVC
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (3.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 81,160 miles. MOT expired on 20 Apr 2023.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO BRERA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Apr 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,160 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DY07 NVC Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/04/2022
- 81,160 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DY07 NVC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (DY07 NVC) between January 2022 and April 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 April 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Emissions not tested excessive exhaust leak could not test (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated central bush (6.1.7 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack ar”.
DY07 NVC Mileage History
- 26/01/202281,159 mi
- 22/04/202281,160 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4 miles per year across 2 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: Poor
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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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