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RV56 ORT

2006 Alfa Romeo 159

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

59,538 mi
Last recorded59,538 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Alfa Romeo 15984,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 ORT
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 59,538 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 59,538 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 51,519 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 50,986 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 50,974 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 50,189 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 49,645 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 48,025 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 48,025 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 46,602 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 42,373 miles

engine management light stays on

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s 103% (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 39,068 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 35,741 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 35,741 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 31,585 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 24,338 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 24,338 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 21,596 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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RV56 ORT is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RV56 ORT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV56 ORT registered?

RV56 ORT is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 5 October 2006.

Is RV56 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 ORT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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