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RJ55 ALO

2006 Alfa Romeo 156

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

34,320 mi
Last recorded34,320 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Alfa Romeo 15661,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 ALO
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 34,320 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 32,775 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 31,601 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 30,393 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Front washer jets poor aim

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 29,731 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 29,069 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 27,945 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 27,580 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 31,325 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 24,205 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 24,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 22,467 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 22,467 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 19,921 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 19,921 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 17,854 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 15,600 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 13,326 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 13,326 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 10,305 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 10,305 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 8,312 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 156?

Based on 487,324 MOT tests across 48,356 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
6,689
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
48,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42,148
position lamp(s) not working 31,156
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 21,869
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18,394
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16,133
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RJ55 ALO is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 61,934 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 156 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ55 ALO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 156 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Alfa Romeo 156 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RJ55 ALO registered?

RJ55 ALO is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 21 January 2006.

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