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AU54 VRN

2005 Alfa Romeo 147

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,490 mi
Last recorded85,490 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 14767,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 VRN
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2014 85,490 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

drivers door handle needs securing better

Pass 27 Sep 2013 75,338 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

drivers door handle needs securing better

Pass 24 Sep 2012 64,023 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 53,611 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 40,344 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 39,989 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 35,627 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 29,447 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 16,048 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 147?

Based on 411,257 MOT tests across 31,416 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
6,527
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
31,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,164
position lamp(s) not working 17,492
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 13,298
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,412
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,261
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AU54 VRN is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 67,523 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 147 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU54 VRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 147 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Alfa Romeo 147 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU54 VRN registered?

AU54 VRN is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is AU54 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU54 VRN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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