CarVerify

Free Car Check

NL55 GDE

2005 Alfa Romeo 147

Blue Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,992 mi
Last recorded62,992 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Alfa Romeo 14767,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Alfa Romeo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 GDE
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 62,992 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2017 58,271 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust slightly corroded

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 51,648 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Mar 2016 51,648 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 48,910 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 46,883 miles

Rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2013 42,421 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 38,165 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 33,081 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 30,601 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2010 26,330 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 22,282 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 13,352 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
Full Alfa Romeo 147 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NL55 GDE is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NL55 GDE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NL55 GDE?

You can check the full history of NL55 GDE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NL55 GDE registered?

NL55 GDE is a 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is NL55 GDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL55 GDE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NL55 GDE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NL55 GDE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.