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CF04 FYA

2004 Alfa Romeo 156

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,145 mi
Last recorded128,145 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Alfa Romeo 15672,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF04 FYA
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 128,145 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 120,408 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 115,163 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

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

car going rusty

Pass 24 Jun 2011 99,544 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 85,776 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 73,954 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

bolt snapped on non supportive exhaust bracket at front

both parking brake cables worn

Fail 26 Jun 2009 73,954 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

bolt snapped on non supportive exhaust bracket at front

both parking brake cables worn

Pass 27 Jun 2008 60,843 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 46,053 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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CF04 FYA is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 72,591 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 CF04 FYA, 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 22 years old, this Alfa Romeo 156 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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CF04 FYA is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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