2008 Optare Alero Diesel · YN58 FXA
2008 Optare Alero (diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2008. Recorded mileage 2,167 miles. MOT expired on 08 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- OPTARE ALERO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 2,167 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YN58 FXA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2025
- 2,167 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YN58 FXA 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 Optare Alero (YN58 FXA) between April 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
YN58 FXA Mileage History
- 29/04/20232,061 km
- 29/04/20232,061 km
- 01/10/20242,139 km+78 km
- 14/10/20242,150 km+11 km
- 10/09/20252,167 mi
Average of roughly 45 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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