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RX56 AVJ

2006 Alfa Romeo 156

Red Diesel 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,750 mi
Last recorded48,750 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2012
Typical for 2006 Alfa Romeo 15661,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 AVJ
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2012 48,750 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 36,506 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear seatbelt could not be tested because of child seat.

slight oil leak from the steering rack

Fail 26 Aug 2010 36,506 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear seatbelt could not be tested because of child seat.

slight oil leak from the steering rack

Pass 14 Aug 2009 28,357 miles

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

stone lodged in offside front lower suspension pivot.

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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RX56 AVJ is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 in Red with a 1,970cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RX56 AVJ, 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 RX56 AVJ registered?

RX56 AVJ is a 2006 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is RX56 AVJ safe to buy?

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