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MK56 KSO

2006 Alfa Romeo 159

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

148,322 mi
Last recorded148,322 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Alfa Romeo 15984,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 KSO
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 148,322 miles

handbrake may require adjustment or repair (efficiency 17%)

Fail 10 Oct 2015 148,322 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

handbrake may require adjustment or repair (efficiency 17%)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 141,627 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 141,627 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 127,291 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Jan 2013 127,086 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Nov 2011 113,571 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 3 Nov 2011 113,569 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Oct 2010 105,383 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 105,381 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 97,728 miles

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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MK56 KSO is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 84,781 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 MK56 KSO, 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 20 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 MK56 KSO registered?

MK56 KSO is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 13 September 2006.

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