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BG53 UBV

2003 Alfa Romeo 156

Black Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

63,927 mi
Last recorded63,927 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo 15672,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 UBV
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 63,927 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 63,820 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced middle floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2021 59,864 miles

Bottom of o/s/f wing corroded

Reverse lights not working

Pass 10 May 2019 48,568 miles

Front fog light inop

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

revers light inop

Fail 10 May 2019 48,568 miles

Front fog light inop

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

revers light inop

Pass 18 May 2018 41,184 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 38,977 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 35,421 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Nov 2013 31,756 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 29,296 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 29,296 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 26,591 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 26,591 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 23,862 miles

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)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 19,838 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 16,005 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 16,005 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 8,038 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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BG53 UBV is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 in Black with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BG53 UBV, 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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BG53 UBV is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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