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AK53 UKO

2003 Alfa Romeo 156

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,642 mi
Last recorded55,642 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo 15672,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 UKO
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2016 55,642 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre badly perished and cracked also out of shape on inner edge - 205/55R16

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 52,752 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 46,509 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 60,690 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Dec 2012 60,690 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 30,676 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 26,678 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Nov 2008 20,317 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 13,284 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 7,544 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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AK53 UKO is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 72,902 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 AK53 UKO, 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 23 years old, this Alfa Romeo 156 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK53 UKO is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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