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AK53 VHB

2004 Alfa Romeo 156

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

84,614 mi
Last recorded84,614 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Alfa Romeo 15672,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VHB
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 84,614 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 14 Feb 2018 84,613 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 0.37% (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

engine management light on!

Pass 8 Mar 2017 82,179 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 82,178 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 79,049 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside mirror missing

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Mar 2016 79,049 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside mirror missing

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 76,222 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 76,216 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 73,684 miles

engine under tray broken

heavy corrosion on exhaust but not blowing

passengers door mirror broken

rear brake pads arrear low

rear n/sidse tyre cracks in side wall around tread

Fail 3 Mar 2014 73,682 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EM lamp illuminated

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

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

engine under tray broken

heavy corrosion on exhaust but not blowing

passengers door mirror broken

rear brake pads arrear low

rear n/sidse tyre cracks in side wall around tread

Pass 1 Mar 2013 70,873 miles

Nearside door mirror broken.

Offside steering rack joint, slight knock.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear silencer corroded.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 66,065 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

EM light on.

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

Rear brake discs wearing, lipped.

Rear brake pads wearing.

Rear silencer corroded.

Pass 17 Mar 2011 60,013 miles

EM light on.

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering rack, slight play in offside inner joint.

Wiper blades split at ends.

Pass 18 Mar 2010 54,558 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 49,094 miles

Front and rear tyres worn, at wear bars.

Pass 29 Feb 2008 44,679 miles

Front and rear tyres worn, at wear bars.

Nearside dipped beam, suspect connection.

Nearside front tyre, cut in tread.

Offside rear tyre, cut in sidewall/perished.

Pass 22 Feb 2007 39,443 miles

all tyres wearing [in sales limit]

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

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 VHB is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AK53 VHB, 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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AK53 VHB is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 29 January 2004.

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