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WN53 BCV

2004 Alfa Romeo 147

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

144,860 mi
Last recorded144,860 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Alfa Romeo 14767,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN53 BCV
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2014 144,860 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 144,858 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 132,604 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear axle bushes deteriorated

clutch pedal rubber is missing

rear exhaust is deteriorated

Pass 28 Sep 2012 121,220 miles

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

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

power steering pipes slightly damp possible leak !

rear exhaust heaily corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2011 111,450 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)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 101,806 miles

both sides rear hand brake cables (outer cables) broken

light scratches across screen from wiper blades, not affecting drivers view to the front at time off test

strongly advise both sides rear tyres clode to legal limit and are devoid (bald) on inner edges.

Fail 7 Oct 2010 101,806 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

both sides rear hand brake cables (outer cables) broken

light scratches across screen from wiper blades, not affecting drivers view to the front at time off test

strongly advise both sides rear tyres clode to legal limit and are devoid (bald) on inner edges.

Pass 25 Aug 2009 92,219 miles

both rear tyres are worn on inner edges and close to legal limit

Fail 25 Aug 2009 92,219 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Both front tyres are worn on the inner edges and close to the wear bars.

Pass 4 Sep 2008 72,254 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 46,760 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 46,760 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 41,676 miles

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

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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WN53 BCV is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WN53 BCV, 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.

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WN53 BCV is a 2004 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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