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NJ56 VWP

2006 Alfa Romeo 159

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

150,964 mi
Last recorded150,964 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Alfa Romeo 15984,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ56 VWP
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 150,964 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2021 150,909 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 142,124 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 133,524 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 133,524 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 122,542 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 122,542 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 122,423 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 115,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 115,626 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 105,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

n/s screenwash inop.

rear seat base slightly insecure.

Pass 12 Dec 2012 98,156 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 77,933 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 77,933 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 56,361 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2010 56,328 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 44,589 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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NJ56 VWP is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 NJ56 VWP, 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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NJ56 VWP is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 8 September 2006.

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