2008 Alfa Romeo Brera 2.4L Diesel · YB08 DXO
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (2.4L, diesel). First registered 29 May 2008. Recorded mileage 83,266 miles. MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO BRERA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,266 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YB08 DXO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/02/2025
- 83,266 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
YB08 DXO Mileage History
- 13/01/202260,874 mi
- 11/01/202364,687 mi+3,813 mi
- 12/01/202364,690 mi+3 mi
- 02/02/202471,507 mi+6,817 mi
- 28/02/202583,266 mi+11,759 mi
Average of roughly 7,160 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YB08 DXO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (YB08 DXO) between January 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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