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GX55 LSK

2005 Alfa Romeo 147

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,027 mi
Last recorded74,027 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 14767,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 LSK
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 74,027 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

slight rust rear

Pass 9 Sep 2021 74,016 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 73,741 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 73,741 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 67,783 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 67,783 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 60,569 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2017 60,569 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 52,234 miles

exhaust brackets showing corrosion

exhaust system showing corrosion

undershield

Pass 2 Nov 2015 47,659 miles

all front and rear tyre treads starting to perish

battery is loose

high level centre brake lamp not working

Fail 2 Nov 2015 47,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all front and rear tyre treads starting to perish

battery is loose

high level centre brake lamp not working

Pass 14 Nov 2014 42,453 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 39,362 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 35,131 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Nov 2011 32,808 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 28,361 miles

rear exhaust rubbers perished

rear tyres cracking on shoulders

Pass 7 Dec 2009 24,729 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 19,357 miles

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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GX55 LSK is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GX55 LSK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX55 LSK registered?

GX55 LSK is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 7 December 2005.

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