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AK04 MDE

2004 Alfa Romeo 156

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,184 mi
Last recorded51,184 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 2004 Alfa Romeo 15672,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 MDE
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2015 51,184 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 48,812 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 46,888 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 44,215 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 41,683 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 39,420 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r handbrake cable fixing broken

rear pads low

Pass 8 Apr 2009 37,191 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 31,080 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 28,512 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 156?

Based on 487,324 MOT tests across 48,356 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
6,689
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
48,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42,148
position lamp(s) not working 31,156
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 21,869
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18,394
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16,133
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AK04 MDE is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 72,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 156 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK04 MDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 156 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Alfa Romeo 156 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK04 MDE registered?

AK04 MDE is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 23 March 2004.

Is AK04 MDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK04 MDE shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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