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GL55 TWV

2006 Alfa Romeo 156

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

166,175 mi
Last recorded166,175 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Alfa Romeo 15661,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 TWV
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 166,175 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 161,167 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 154,013 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 147,790 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 140,886 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 132,328 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 123,129 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 113,834 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2013 104,796 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 94,890 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 94,890 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 75,765 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 55,976 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 33,108 miles

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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GL55 TWV is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL55 TWV, 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 GL55 TWV registered?

GL55 TWV is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is GL55 TWV safe to buy?

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