Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

36% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera reliable?

Based on MOT data from 127 vehicles, the 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera are: Oil leak, but not excessive (63.3% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (50% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (46.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Alfa Romeo Brera (2010)

127 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.3% first-time pass rate

2010 Alfa Romeo Brera

CarHunch analysed 127 real MOT records for the 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera hits the UK pass rate average at 80.3%, so it's neither a standout nor a lemon—but the 36.2% rate of dangerous defects is a serious concern and well above typical, meaning buyers should factor in thorough pre-purchase inspections and expect potential safety-related repairs. These cars are averaging 62,724 miles at test time, which is moderate for their age, yet the 2.81 average failures per vehicle suggests structural or mechanical issues are cropping up beyond routine wear.

With 15.9 advisories per test, owners are dealing with a fairly high maintenance burden—minor niggles that accumulate into real costs. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, brakes, and electrical systems, and budget for ongoing advisory work if you want to keep one of these Italian sportscars reliable.

We have limited data for the 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

80.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

36.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.81

Over 13.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

56k

Middle half: 43k–67k

For context

These stats describe 127 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 127 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 63.3%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay · …

Tyre wear 50%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 30%

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively · Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 21.3%

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.

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Before you buy a 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera

Based on MOT data from 127 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 36.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (60%)	76	81.9%	2.72
Diesel (40%)	51	78.1%	2.94

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

55,606

typical

43,399

low mileage

67,305

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera vehicles fall between 43,399 and 67,305 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 43,399 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 43,399–67,305 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Alfa Romeo Breras sit.

⚠ Over 90,861 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Alfa Romeo Brera — Still on the Road

Most 2010 Alfa Romeo Breras are still being driven.

83 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 70% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

13.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.81

Avg failures per vehicle

15.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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