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FH05 LZF

2005 Alfa Romeo 147

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,840 mi
Last recorded46,840 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 14767,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 LZF
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 46,840 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 43,697 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 38,462 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 38,361 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 28 Mar 2012 32,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 32,321 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 26,758 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

discs worn

Pass 29 May 2010 22,852 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 17,708 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Slight play to both inner tie rods at the steering rack

Fail 27 May 2009 17,708 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Slight play to both inner tie rods at the steering rack

Pass 21 May 2008 12,943 miles

front tyres wearing inner edge

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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FH05 LZF is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FH05 LZF, 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.

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What year was FH05 LZF registered?

FH05 LZF is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is FH05 LZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 LZF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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