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R161 LTD

1997 Alfa Romeo 145

Blue Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,059 mi
Last recorded82,059 miles
Recorded on26 May 2005
Typical for 1997 Alfa Romeo 14589,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 LTD
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model145
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 May 2005 82,059 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 145?

Based on 28,961 MOT tests across 4,023 vehicles.

61.1%
Pass Rate
4,910
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,023
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,526
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,443
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,337
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,842
Headlamp aim too low 1,560
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R161 LTD is a 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 in Blue with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.9% with a typical mileage of 89,903 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 145 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R161 LTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 145 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Alfa Romeo 145 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R161 LTD registered?

R161 LTD is a 1997 Alfa Romeo 145, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R161 LTD safe to buy?

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