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DY55 VKG

2005 Alfa Romeo 156

Grey Diesel 2387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,728 mi
Last recorded138,728 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 15677,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 VKG
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,387cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 138,728 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 137,255 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 26 Sep 2023 134,652 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 131,249 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 128,651 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 124,630 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 120,209 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 115,560 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 111,863 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 108,498 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 104,064 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 101,887 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 97,199 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 91,872 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 80,137 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 69,070 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 53,540 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)

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

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 27 Sep 2008 38,638 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside front inner c.v gaiter leaking

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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DY55 VKG is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 in Grey with a 2,387cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DY55 VKG, 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 DY55 VKG registered?

DY55 VKG is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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