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AV55 XLH

2005 Alfa Romeo 156

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

391,565 mi
Last recorded391,565 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 15677,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 XLH
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 391,565 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Plastic Skirts taped.

Offside Plastic Skirts taped.

Fail 3 Aug 2023 391,545 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Plastic Skirts taped.

Offside Plastic Skirts taped.

Pass 27 Jul 2022 365,662 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 365,638 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Suspected streering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 345,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 345,254 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 322,437 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 294,748 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 268,889 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 240,766 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 216,546 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 193,657 miles

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

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

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

centre exhaust mounting broken

Pass 11 Nov 2013 180,455 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 180,452 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 157,943 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 134,833 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 111,935 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 111,917 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 94,193 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 65,023 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 65,023 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Chip in windscreen.

Front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Outer sills not checked for corrosion due to trims being fitted.

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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AV55 XLH is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 77,052 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 AV55 XLH, 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 21 years old, this Alfa Romeo 156 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV55 XLH registered?

AV55 XLH is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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