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AK53 UXJ

2003 Alfa Romeo 156

Silver Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,658 mi
Last recorded72,658 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo 15672,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 UXJ
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 72,658 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides rear floor holed where water drains would be (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened shock corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 72,646 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened shock where spring seats corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides rear floor holed where water drains would be (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened shock corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 72,063 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 72,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 70,604 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 69,548 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 67,964 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box outer shell has some rust (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 66,393 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 64,786 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 62,679 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2013 62,679 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 60,457 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 58,996 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 56,505 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 50,228 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 42,870 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 36,589 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 29,692 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 UXJ is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 in Silver with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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