2002 Alfa Romeo 166 2.0L Petrol · ML52 KKU
2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 18 Nov 2002. Recorded mileage 104,810 miles. MOT expired on 30 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 166
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,810 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML52 KKU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2025
- 104,810 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML52 KKU 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 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (ML52 KKU) between October 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 01 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Emissions unable to be completed leak (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
ML52 KKU Mileage History
- 15/10/2022100,247 mi
- 15/10/2022100,267 mi+20 mi
- 08/05/2025104,804 mi+4,537 mi
- 05/08/2025104,810 mi+6 mi
- 01/09/2025104,810 mi
Average of roughly 1,584 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 166
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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 166
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- V6 Water Pump Plastic Impeller Failure and Overheating(Serious)
The factory water pump on the 24V Busso V6 engines (2.5, 3.0, and 3.2) features a composite plastic impeller. Over time and thermal cycles, the plastic becomes brittle, developing hairline cracks until it spins loosely on the metal drive shaft. Coolant circulation ceases, causing rapid engine overheating, blown head gaskets, or warped aluminium heads. Specialists fit metal-impeller pumps with cambelt services.
- Integrated Control System (ICS) and Heater Matrix Leaks(Moderate)
The dashboard centre console contains the Integrated Control System (ICS) screen governing climate, audio, and trip functions. Directly above the main electrical modules sits the cabin heater matrix. Ageing plastic matrix end tanks crack, leaking hot ethylene glycol coolant directly into the wiring looms and ECUs. This leads to flickering ICS displays, battery drain, and screen locking if code cards are missing.
- Front Upper and Lower Suspension Wishbone Bush Wear(Moderate)
The heavy executive saloon chassis and front-wheel drive place high loads on the double-wishbone front suspension. In the UK, road salt and potholed tarmac deteriorate the upper wishbone rubber bushes and lower arm rear compliance bushes. This generates loud squeaking over road bumps, steering vagueness, and rapid scrub on the inside shoulders of front tyres.
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- V6 Water Pump Plastic Impeller Failure and OverheatingSerious
The factory water pump on the 24V Busso V6 engines (2.5, 3.0, and 3.2) features a composite plastic impeller. Over time and thermal cycles, the plastic becomes brittle, developing hairline cracks until it spins loosely on the metal drive shaft. Coolant circulation ceases, causing rapid engine overheating, blown head gaskets, or warped aluminium heads. Specialists fit metal-impeller pumps with cambelt services.
- Integrated Control System (ICS) and Heater Matrix LeaksModerate
The dashboard centre console contains the Integrated Control System (ICS) screen governing climate, audio, and trip functions. Directly above the main electrical modules sits the cabin heater matrix. Ageing plastic matrix end tanks crack, leaking hot ethylene glycol coolant directly into the wiring looms and ECUs. This leads to flickering ICS displays, battery drain, and screen locking if code cards are missing.
- Front Upper and Lower Suspension Wishbone Bush WearModerate
The heavy executive saloon chassis and front-wheel drive place high loads on the double-wishbone front suspension. In the UK, road salt and potholed tarmac deteriorate the upper wishbone rubber bushes and lower arm rear compliance bushes. This generates loud squeaking over road bumps, steering vagueness, and rapid scrub on the inside shoulders of front tyres.
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