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X885 OFR

2001 Alfa Romeo 147

Grey Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,447 mi
Last recorded114,447 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Alfa Romeo 14772,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX885 OFR
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 114,447 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2014 106,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 16 May 2013 102,517 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 10 May 2013 102,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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 2 May 2012 99,425 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2012 99,425 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 9 May 2011 94,153 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 90,654 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 85,869 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 80,280 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 80,280 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 78,465 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 78,465 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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X885 OFR is a 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 in Grey with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 72,561 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 X885 OFR, 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 25 years old, this Alfa Romeo 147 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X885 OFR registered?

X885 OFR is a 2001 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is X885 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X885 OFR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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