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AX52 SBV

2003 Alfa Romeo 147

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,413 mi
Last recorded93,413 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo 14767,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 SBV
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2013 93,413 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

front discs lipped/ worn

ns headlamp slightly high

osr tyre perrished

Pass 2 Feb 2012 78,722 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2012 78,722 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 64,484 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 54,772 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 43,747 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2009 43,747 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 33,299 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 31,256 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 31,256 miles

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

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

screw in n/s/r tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2006 23,672 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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AX52 SBV is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 67,630 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 AX52 SBV, 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 23 years old, this Alfa Romeo 147 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX52 SBV registered?

AX52 SBV is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 27 February 2003.

Is AX52 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 SBV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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