2002 Alfa Romeo 156 1.6L Petrol · DU52 UVG
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 126,034 miles. MOT expired on 05 Oct 2018.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 156
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Oct 2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Apr 2019)
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,034 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DU52 UVG Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/10/2017
- 126,034 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (26 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DU52 UVG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (DU52 UVG) between August 2006 and October 2017.
The record contains 12 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 06 October 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (26 issues), Brakes (22 issues), Tyres (17 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Windscreen (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 51 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)”; “Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)”.
DU52 UVG Mileage History
- 18/08/200644,409 mi
- 08/08/200755,183 mi+10,774 mi
- 09/08/200755,183 mi
- 13/08/200865,063 mi+9,880 mi
- 13/08/200865,074 mi+11 mi
- 14/08/200973,776 mi+8,702 mi
- 14/08/200973,776 mi
- 18/08/201086,048 mi+12,272 mi
- 18/08/201086,048 mi
- 17/08/201197,064 mi+11,016 mi
- 17/08/201197,064 mi
- 15/08/2012105,905 mi+8,841 mi
- 16/08/2012105,905 mi
- 16/08/2013108,749 mi+2,844 mi
- 21/08/2013108,749 mi
- 26/08/2014114,921 mi+6,172 mi
- 18/09/2015119,894 mi+4,973 mi
- 21/09/2015119,894 mi
- 02/09/2016122,790 mi+2,896 mi
- 06/10/2017126,034 mi+3,244 mi
Average of roughly 7,331 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 156
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: ALFA ROMEO 156
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Cam Variator Rattle and Cam Belt Wear(Serious)
The Twin Spark engines on the 156 use a cam variator to adjust valve timing. When worn, it produces a distinctive diesel-like rattle on startup that lasts a few seconds. Alfa originally specified a 72,000-mile cam belt interval but reduced this to 36,000 miles from November 2006. A failed cam belt causes catastrophic engine damage.
- V6 Water Pump Failure(Serious)
The 2.5 and 3.2 litre Busso V6 engines on the 156 use a water pump with a plastic impeller that can crack over time. This causes coolant loss, overheating and potential engine damage. Alfa Workshop recommends replacing the water pump at the same time as the cam belt, typically every 60,000 miles on V6 models.
- Air Flow Meter Failure(Moderate)
The 156's air flow meter (MAF sensor) can fail, causing poor engine performance, hesitation, rough idle and increased fuel consumption. A faulty MAF sends incorrect airflow data to the ECU, resulting in incorrect fuelling. Replacement sensors cost around £120 and are a common fault on higher-mileage examples.
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- Cam Variator Rattle and Cam Belt WearSerious
The Twin Spark engines on the 156 use a cam variator to adjust valve timing. When worn, it produces a distinctive diesel-like rattle on startup that lasts a few seconds. Alfa originally specified a 72,000-mile cam belt interval but reduced this to 36,000 miles from November 2006. A failed cam belt causes catastrophic engine damage.
- V6 Water Pump FailureSerious
The 2.5 and 3.2 litre Busso V6 engines on the 156 use a water pump with a plastic impeller that can crack over time. This causes coolant loss, overheating and potential engine damage. Alfa Workshop recommends replacing the water pump at the same time as the cam belt, typically every 60,000 miles on V6 models.
- Air Flow Meter FailureModerate
The 156's air flow meter (MAF sensor) can fail, causing poor engine performance, hesitation, rough idle and increased fuel consumption. A faulty MAF sends incorrect airflow data to the ECU, resulting in incorrect fuelling. Replacement sensors cost around £120 and are a common fault on higher-mileage examples.
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