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MA07 FOP

2007 Alfa Romeo 159

Grey Petrol 3195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

115,413 mi
Last recorded115,413 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2007 Alfa Romeo 15983,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA07 FOP
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,195cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 115,413 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

heat shield rusted

Fail 12 May 2017 115,404 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Coolant leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 108,557 miles

fuel tank heatshield corroded.

n/s/r tyre wall slight damage.

Pass 20 Aug 2014 96,788 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 94,592 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 81,195 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Aug 2012 65,809 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 65,809 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

tow bar wiring loom hanging loose

Pass 16 Aug 2011 50,268 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 50,267 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 31,710 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 31,710 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 159?

Based on 146,723 MOT tests across 9,959 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
9,959
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,343
coil spring broken 4,725
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,135
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,732
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MA07 FOP is a 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 in Grey with a 3,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 83,666 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 159 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,343 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA07 FOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 159 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 19 years old, this Alfa Romeo 159 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MA07 FOP registered?

MA07 FOP is a 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 22 June 2007.

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