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DX03 YHF

2003 Alfa Romeo 147

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

103,871 mi
Last recorded103,871 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo 14767,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 YHF
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 103,871 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)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 103,871 miles

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

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 2 Jul 2013 96,870 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 89,908 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 89,894 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 81,544 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 81,544 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Hand operated control valve unit insecure (3.2.2a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 73,066 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 73,066 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Fail 6 Jul 2009 60,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 60,634 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 44,959 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 36,298 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 23,394 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 28,394 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 147?

Based on 411,257 MOT tests across 31,416 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
6,527
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
31,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,164
position lamp(s) not working 17,492
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 13,298
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,412
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,261
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DX03 YHF is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 67,630 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 147 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX03 YHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 147 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Alfa Romeo 147 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX03 YHF registered?

DX03 YHF is a 2003 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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