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CU04 TXP

2004 Alfa Romeo 156

Red Diesel 2387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,812 mi
Last recorded106,812 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 Alfa Romeo 15672,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 TXP
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,387cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2015 106,812 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 88,406 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 88,406 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Coolant leak

Pass 24 Nov 2011 70,791 miles

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)

Fail 17 Nov 2011 70,791 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 61,557 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 49,924 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 38,776 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 33,570 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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CU04 TXP is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 in Red with a 2,387cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CU04 TXP, 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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What year was CU04 TXP registered?

CU04 TXP is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is CU04 TXP safe to buy?

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