Alfa Romeo Alfetta Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Alfa Romeo Alfetta reliable? We analysed 2,542 real MOT tests across 342 vehicles to find out.
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The Alfa Romeo Alfetta is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Alfa Romeo Alfetta Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Alfa Romeo Alfetta. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Alfa Romeo Alfetta MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Alfa Romeo Alfetta to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Alfa Romeo Alfetta Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Alfa Romeo Alfetta fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Alfa Romeo Alfetta Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Alfa Romeo Alfetta owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Alfa Romeo Alfetta MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Alfa Romeo Alfetta year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 69 | 75.4% | 31,040 | 61,453 | 79,619 |
| 1985 | 75 | 76.0% | 44,102 | 61,254 | 65,046 |
| 1984 | 130 | 80.8% | 38,856 | 64,360 | 81,596 |
| 1983 | 626 | 74.4% | 26,664 | 45,638 | 69,461 |
| 1982 | 449 | 75.1% | 19,165 | 48,985 | 72,387 |
| 1981 | 239 | 71.1% | 40,238 | 55,892 | 74,346 |
| 1980 | 150 | 78.7% | 46,085 | 55,947 | 67,907 |
| 1979 | 179 | 72.1% | 41,535 | 51,431 | 74,882 |
| 1978 | 151 | 71.5% | 19,108 | 45,300 | 70,267 |
| 1977 | 177 | 77.4% | 55,988 | 75,518 | 91,548 |
| 1976 | 82 | 78.0% | 16,542 | 51,616 | 71,346 |
How Long Does a Alfa Romeo Alfetta Last?
Based on 342 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vehicles on UK roads.
Alfa Romeo Alfetta Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Alfa Romeo Alfetta MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Alfa Romeo Alfetta
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.8% MOT pass rate from 130 tests
71.1% MOT pass rate from 239 tests
The best year to buy a used Alfa Romeo Alfetta is 1984, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.8% across 130 tests. The 1981 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Alfa Romeo Alfetta Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo Alfetta THIS CAR | 75.0% | 2,542 | 55,956 mi | 50 yrs |
| Alfa Romeo 156 | 66.1% | 487,324 | 82,323 mi | 28 yrs |
| Alfa Romeo 147 | 68.9% | 411,257 | 69,088 mi | 25 yrs |
| Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 78.3% | 348,185 | 63,719 mi | 16 yrs |
| Honda Nss 125 Ad-n | 89.3% | 1,563 | 19,422 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Alfa Romeo 156 (66.1% pass rate) and the Alfa Romeo 147 (68.9% pass rate), the Alfa Romeo Alfetta outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Alfa Romeo Alfetta has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.0% across 2,542 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Alfa Romeo Alfetta are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (107 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (103), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (93). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Alfa Romeo Alfetta owner drives around 427 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Alfa Romeo Alfetta models stay on UK roads for around 50 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.