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FE06 VOU

2006 Alfa Romeo 156

Grey Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

144,503 mi
Last recorded144,503 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2015
Typical for 2006 Alfa Romeo 15661,934 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 VOU
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2015 144,503 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 134,894 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 134,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2013 124,519 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Jan 2013 124,519 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 116,586 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 109,118 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 109,118 miles

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

both front discs corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2010 98,950 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 98,947 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 84,440 miles

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

engine management light on

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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FE06 VOU is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 in Grey with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 61,934 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 156 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE06 VOU, 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 20 years old, this Alfa Romeo 156 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FE06 VOU registered?

FE06 VOU is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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