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LM51 OWW

2001 Alfa Romeo 147

Grey Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

93,472 mi
Last recorded93,472 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Alfa Romeo 14772,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 OWW
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 93,472 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Oct 2021 93,472 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Nov 2020 91,226 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe and back box corroding (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside mirror unit partially secured by tape and slightly obscuring rear vision

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 89,264 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (side to side movement) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (side to side movement) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear wiper blade rubber split

Pass 7 Nov 2018 85,419 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 205-55-16 ()

Fail 7 Nov 2018 85,419 miles

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

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

ALL TYRE VALVE STEMS DAMAGED

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 205-55-16 ()

Pass 4 Nov 2017 81,955 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both Front (2.4.G.2)

Engine Has Misting Of Oil

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

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 78,523 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 75,636 miles

rear exhaust cover corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2015 75,635 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam arm (2.5.A.1a)

rear exhaust cover corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2014 72,313 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 69,462 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 69,462 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 65,026 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 65,026 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 16 Nov 2011 59,745 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 59,745 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 55,575 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 55,575 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 50,525 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 45,546 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

nearside front washer jet missing on headlight

Fail 19 Nov 2008 45,546 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

nearside front washer jet missing on headlight

Pass 20 Nov 2007 40,859 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 40,859 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 36,473 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 34,989 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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LM51 OWW is a 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 in Grey with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 72,561 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 LM51 OWW, 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 25 years old, this Alfa Romeo 147 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LM51 OWW is a 2001 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 24 November 2001.

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