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SZ 309

1996 Alfa Romeo Sz

Red Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

6,074 mi
Last recorded6,074 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Alfa Romeo Sz50,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSZ 309
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSz
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 6,074 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 5,965 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 5,771 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 5,633 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 5,589 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 5,479 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 5,354 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 5,245 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2015 4,969 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2014 4,719 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 4,350 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 4,243 miles

nearside front tyre cracking

nearside rear tyre cracking

offside front tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 19 Aug 2011 3,858 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 3,858 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 3,631 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 2,082 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 1,355 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Sz?

Based on 1,326 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 31
Headlamp aim too high 18
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 15
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SZ 309 is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Sz in Red with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Alfa Romeo Sz models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 50,177 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Sz fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SZ 309, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Sz typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Alfa Romeo Sz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SZ 309?

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What year was SZ 309 registered?

SZ 309 is a 1996 Alfa Romeo Sz, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is SZ 309 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SZ 309 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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