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KX05 VLW

2005 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

133,247 mi
Last recorded133,247 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 14767,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 VLW
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 133,247 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 133,145 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 125,808 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 125,808 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 118,061 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 118,061 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 112,125 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 105,414 miles

signs of body filler around n/s outer sill repair

Fail 27 Jun 2015 105,075 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 97,218 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 97,218 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 89,973 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 89,816 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear outer sill corroded but not to excess

Pass 23 Jun 2012 82,252 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 71,448 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 71,152 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 58,545 miles

both handbrake cables showing signs of wear

damage to o/s/f brake hose bracket

Fail 13 Jul 2010 58,525 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

both handbrake cables showing signs of wear

damage to o/s/f brake hose bracket

Pass 8 Jul 2009 49,637 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2009 49,637 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 37,292 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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KX05 VLW is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX05 VLW, 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 KX05 VLW registered?

KX05 VLW is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 22 July 2005.

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