1999 Alfa Romeo 145 2.0L Petrol · V323 FGN
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Oct 1999. Recorded mileage 85,705 miles. MOT expired on 02 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 145
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,705 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V323 FGN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/10/2025
- 85,705 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V323 FGN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (V323 FGN) between March 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
V323 FGN Mileage History
- 16/03/202379,963 mi
- 03/09/202482,814 mi+2,851 mi
- 12/09/202482,838 mi+24 mi
- 30/09/202585,687 mi+2,849 mi
- 03/10/202585,705 mi+18 mi
Average of roughly 2,251 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 145 & 146
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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ALFA ROMEO 145 Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- 16V Twin Spark Timing Belt and Variator FailureSerious
The 16V modular Twin Spark engines fitted from 1997 use a rubber timing belt and plastic-bodied tensioner pulley. Belt degradation or tensioner seizure causes the belt to jump teeth or snap, resulting in catastrophic valve-to-piston impact and bent valvetrain components. In addition, the hydraulic cam variator wears internally, generating a diesel-like rattle on startup. The UK specialist interval is strictly 36,000 miles or 3 years.
- Floorpan, Sill, and Inner Arch CorrosionSerious
The 145 and 146 were built prior to comprehensive modern zinc galvanising. Moisture trapped beneath factory underseal, behind plastic wheel arch liners, and within structural sill sections causes severe rusting. In the UK, road salt rots the floorpan seams, jacking points, and front bulkhead seams, resulting in structural MOT failures if neglected.
- Rear Trailing Arm Bearing WearModerate
The rear suspension on the 145 and 146 utilizes trailing arms pivoting on needle roller bearings housed in the rear crossmember. Road dirt and water wash past degraded grease seals, causing the needle bearings to seize, wear, and collapse. This results in severe negative rear wheel camber, rear tyre scrubbing on inner arch liners, and loose, unstable handling.
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