CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y98 KCX

2001 Alfa Romeo 147

Blue Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

119,437 mi
Last recorded119,437 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Alfa Romeo 14772,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Alfa Romeo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY98 KCX
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model147
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2017 119,437 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened excessive worn, thin on inner (3.5.1i)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour flashing white (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings under passenger seat mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour flashing white (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour flashing white (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour flashing white (1.4.A.2f)

Engine management light on

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Dec 2016 111,588 miles

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

Oil leak ()

rear exhaust rubber split

Fail 15 Dec 2016 111,588 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

rear exhaust rubber split

Pass 17 Dec 2015 102,300 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 102,300 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 96,776 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 88,508 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 81,990 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 74,357 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 67,072 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 58,166 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 49,588 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 42,168 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 33,673 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 33,620 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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
Full Alfa Romeo 147 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y98 KCX is a 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y98 KCX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y98 KCX?

You can check the full history of Y98 KCX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y98 KCX registered?

Y98 KCX is a 2001 Alfa Romeo 147, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y98 KCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y98 KCX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y98 KCX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y98 KCX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.