2008 Alfa Romeo Brera 3.2L Petrol · EX58 HVJ

The most recent MOT on 27 May 2026 shows a clean pass with no recorded defects, which means the problems flagged the day before have apparently been remedied. The failure on 26 May 2026 listed several serious items: low brake‑fluid level, a leaking rear‑right brake caliper, inability to test brake performance, and front‑tyre damage (exposed ply on the left front tyre and worn edge on the right front tyre). The only recurring defect in the record is the front‑tyre wear – the near‑side front inner tyre was noted as “worn close to legal limit” at the 2025 MOT and again contributed to the 2026 failure. Apart from that, the brake‑system issues appear only in the most recent failure; earlier tests (2024 and 2023) were clean except for a minor exhaust joint leak in early 2023. This suggests a new, isolated problem rather than a long‑term deterioration pattern. Overall the MOT trend is largely stable: four passes out of five tests, with only one failure that was quickly addressed. The vehicle has not shown a progressive build‑up of faults, but the sudden brake‑fluid and caliper leak indicates that the hydraulic sealing components may be reaching the end of their service life and should be watched. Mileage is very low for an 18‑year‑old car – roughly 4 500 mi per year. Light use can mean less wear on major drivetrain parts, but it also means seals and rubber components can dry out if the car sits for long periods. The brake‑fluid level dropping and a caliper leak are consistent with ageing seals in a low‑usage vehicle.