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E155 XKM

1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint

Red Petrol 1712cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,943 mi
Last recorded22,943 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint65,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE155 XKM
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSprint
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,712cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 22,943 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff General issue (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Corrosion to fuel pipe

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

General bodywork poor condition (overall ok for age

Offside Headlamp light source reduced

Offside Outer sill repair body filler present (however benefit of the doubt given

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroded (holed

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 22,941 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Brake load sensing valve stiff General issue (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Corrosion to fuel pipe

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

General bodywork poor condition (overall ok for age

Offside Headlamp light source reduced

Offside Outer sill repair body filler present (however benefit of the doubt given

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroded (holed

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 22,937 miles

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

General bodywork poor condition

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer sill coverings fitted obscuring full inspection

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 22,828 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play o/s & n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Upper Steering column slight play

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Sprint?

Based on 836 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
383
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
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E155 XKM is a 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint in Red with a 1,712cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 65,319 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Sprint fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E155 XKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 38 years old, this Alfa Romeo Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E155 XKM registered?

E155 XKM is a 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint, first registered on 4 March 1988.

Is E155 XKM safe to buy?

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