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EX55 GPV

2005 Alfa Romeo 147

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

81,519 mi
Last recorded81,519 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 14767,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 GPV
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 81,519 miles

Nearside wing mirror damaged

Rear coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 May 2016 81,519 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light on (5.4.2)

Nearside wing mirror damaged

Rear coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 May 2015 80,040 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 80,026 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2015 80,013 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 75,613 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 75,613 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 70,165 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 70,098 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 64,501 miles

leak from screenwash at y piece

nail in n/s/f tyre

no plate bulbs poor

rear wiper blade torn and fronts not clearing screen well on downwards stroke

slight buckle in n/s/r wheel

slight movement in both rear top mounts

slight wear in both lower arms and o/s/f upper arm

Pass 17 May 2010 53,525 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 46,315 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 43,217 miles

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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EX55 GPV is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 67,523 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 EX55 GPV, 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 21 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 EX55 GPV registered?

EX55 GPV is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is EX55 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 GPV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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