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RX53 FUP

2004 Alfa Romeo 147

Black Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,228 mi
Last recorded86,228 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Alfa Romeo 14767,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 FUP
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 86,228 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2015 86,228 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 76,318 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 76,218 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 76,143 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 72,782 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 69,321 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 64,851 miles

Alt Belt Cover Missing

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Fail 3 Mar 2010 64,851 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Alt Belt Cover Missing

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2009 58,750 miles

Both Rear Exhaust Rubbers Splitting

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

Oil leak

Slight Play In O/S Of Rack

Fail 4 Feb 2008 35,297 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 35,297 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2008 53,130 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 41,890 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
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RX53 FUP is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 in Black with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 67,403 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 RX53 FUP, 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 22 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 RX53 FUP?

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What year was RX53 FUP registered?

RX53 FUP is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is RX53 FUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 FUP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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