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HSB 10

1996 Alfa Romeo 164

Black Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

126,156 mi
Last recorded126,156 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Alfa Romeo 164108,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSB 10
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model164
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 126,156 miles

reverse light inoppp

Fail 26 Sep 2025 126,153 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

reverse light inoppp

Pass 23 Nov 2023 123,445 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 114,242 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underbody covered in underseal

Fail 10 Nov 2022 114,228 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 24 Apr 2008 114,222 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear shocker rubber insert split

unable to inspect outer sills due to plastic trim

vehicle been stood very dry on body and suspension.

Fail 9 Apr 2008 114,222 miles

Centre Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear shocker inserts rubbers split on both rears.

unable to inspect outer sills due to pastic trims.

vehicle been stood very dry on body and suspension.

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 164?

Based on 9,130 MOT tests across 1,690 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
2,574
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,690
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 947
Brake pipe excessively corroded 663
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 593
Steering rack gaiter split 563
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 450
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HSB 10 is a 1996 Alfa Romeo 164 in Black with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Alfa Romeo 164 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 108,257 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 164 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 947 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HSB 10, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 164 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Alfa Romeo 164 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSB 10 registered?

HSB 10 is a 1996 Alfa Romeo 164, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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