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F803 PYP

1988 Alfa Romeo 164

Red Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

111,541 mi
Last recorded111,541 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164100,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF803 PYP
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model164
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 111,541 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 110,546 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 109,469 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 109,208 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 108,905 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 108,752 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 108,655 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 107,964 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 107,389 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 105,851 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged tank breather recommend replacement (7.2.2)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 105,851 miles

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

Offside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged tank breather recommend replacement (7.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 105,055 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 104,886 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 104,464 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 103,326 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 102,645 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 101,583 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 99,477 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 97,686 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 95,112 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 93,200 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 164?

Based on 9,130 MOT tests across 1,690 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
2,574
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,690
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 947
Brake pipe excessively corroded 663
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 593
Steering rack gaiter split 563
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 450
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F803 PYP is a 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 in Red with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 100,904 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 164 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 947 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F803 PYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 164 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Alfa Romeo 164 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F803 PYP registered?

F803 PYP is a 1988 Alfa Romeo 164, first registered on 15 December 1988.

Is F803 PYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F803 PYP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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