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R713 KRC

1997 Alfa Romeo 164

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Alfa Romeo 16490,759 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR713 KRC
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model164
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025
Fail 7 Nov 2025

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2024

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 57,457 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at compensator valve covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 56,772 miles

BRAKE PIPES COVERED ................

Pass 8 Aug 2020 56,396 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front cross member section corrosion

front sub frame and chassis corrosion

handbrake travel

n/s wing mirror slightly loose

rear innersills

rear sub frame slight corrosion

slight corrosion around rear suspension mounts

Fail 20 May 2020 56,391 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture inner wing behind wheel (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system behind front wheel (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 56,093 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 55,716 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 54,462 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 53,978 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 53,629 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 51,323 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 49,428 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 49,428 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 46,223 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 46,223 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 37,605 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 164?

Based on 9,130 MOT tests across 1,690 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
2,574
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,690
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 947
Brake pipe excessively corroded 663
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 593
Steering rack gaiter split 563
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 450
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R713 KRC is a 1997 Alfa Romeo 164 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1997 Alfa Romeo 164 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 90,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 164 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 947 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R713 KRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 164 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Alfa Romeo 164 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R713 KRC is a 1997 Alfa Romeo 164, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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