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X968 BOD

2000 Alfa Romeo 156

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,455 mi
Last recorded125,455 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2010
Typical for 2000 Alfa Romeo 15686,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX968 BOD
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model156
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2010 125,455 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s/r tyre badly worn on inner edge

Fail 16 Sep 2010 125,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

o/s/f tyre badly worn on inner edge

Fail 27 Apr 2009 108,963 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 108,963 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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X968 BOD is a 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 86,040 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X968 BOD, 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 26 years old, this Alfa Romeo 156 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X968 BOD registered?

X968 BOD is a 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, first registered on 31 December 2000.

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