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BG55 UJW

2005 Alfa Romeo 156

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

140,036 mi
Last recorded140,036 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 15677,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 UJW
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 140,036 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

both rear coil springs slightly corroded

coolant reservoir empty

engine covers fitted

n/s and o/s outer sill covers fitted

n/s/f fog light lens damaged

oil warning light illuminated on dash

small chip in windscreen

Pass 13 Jul 2017 122,084 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 121,704 miles

Central Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 105,649 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 20 Jul 2016 105,648 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 93,681 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 93,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 78,442 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 28 Jun 2014 78,441 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2013 63,524 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 24 Jul 2012 50,461 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 37,946 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 29,381 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 20,882 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 16,580 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 16,571 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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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BG55 UJW is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BG55 UJW, 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 BG55 UJW registered?

BG55 UJW is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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