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GN55 XSP

2006 Alfa Romeo 156

Blue Petrol 2492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,844 mi
Last recorded74,844 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Alfa Romeo 15661,934 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 XSP
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 74,844 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 74,119 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 73,494 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 71,558 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 67,451 miles

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

advise front tyres wearing excessive on inner edges

Pass 25 Aug 2011 64,980 miles

headlamp reflectors poor

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 25 Aug 2011 64,980 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

headlamp reflectors poor

Pass 26 Feb 2010 54,213 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 18 Feb 2009 39,888 miles

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

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

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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GN55 XSP is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 in Blue with a 2,492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GN55 XSP, 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 GN55 XSP registered?

GN55 XSP is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is GN55 XSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 XSP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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