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BU52 AVT

2003 Alfa Romeo 156

Blue Petrol 2492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,373 mi
Last recorded106,373 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo 15672,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 AVT
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2016 106,373 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 100,993 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 100,993 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Feb 2014 93,338 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 93,338 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 88,710 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 88,710 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 81,303 miles

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

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre tread cracking

Pass 29 Oct 2010 70,738 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 58,936 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 31 Oct 2008 47,814 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 34,342 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 22,096 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 16,866 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 16,865 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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BU52 AVT is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 in Blue with a 2,492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BU52 AVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU52 AVT registered?

BU52 AVT is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is BU52 AVT safe to buy?

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