1996 Alfa Romeo 155 2.0L Petrol · N642 JVL
1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 07 Mar 1996. Recorded mileage 125,541 miles. MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 155
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,541 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N642 JVL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/02/2023
- 125,541 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.
N642 JVL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (N642 JVL) between February 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
N642 JVL Mileage History
- 02/02/2022124,540 mi
- 04/02/2022124,540 mi
- 24/02/2023125,540 mi+1,000 mi
- 27/02/2023125,541 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 937 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 155
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 155
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Floorpan and Rear Chassis Leg Corrosion(Serious)
Built on early-1990s Fiat Group sheet metal prior to full zinc galvanisation, the 155 is highly vulnerable to moisture and UK road salt. Salt-laden road spray trapped beneath factory underseal and inside plastic wheel arch liners causes severe corrosion to the floorpan seams, inner sills, battery tray, and rear suspension mounting outriggers, resulting in structural MOT failures if not treated.
- 16V Twin Spark Timing Belt and Tensioner Failure(Serious)
While early 8V Twin Spark engines used durable double-row timing chains, the post-1995 wide-body cars switched to 16-valve modular engines with rubber cambelts and plastic tensioner pulleys. The tensioner bearing degrades rapidly, causing belts to slip or snap. The interference design causes valves to collide with pistons, destroying the valvetrain. UK specialists enforce a 36,000-mile or 3-year interval.
- Quick-Ratio Power Steering Rack Leaks(Moderate)
The 155 wide-body features a responsive 2.2-turn quick-ratio power steering rack that generates high hydraulic operating pressures. Engine bay heat from the exhaust manifold and degraded rubber boots allow road grit to score the chrome steering rack shaft. This cuts the internal hydraulic seals, causing power steering fluid leaks, pump whining, heavy steering, and instant UK MOT failure.
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- Floorpan and Rear Chassis Leg CorrosionSerious
Built on early-1990s Fiat Group sheet metal prior to full zinc galvanisation, the 155 is highly vulnerable to moisture and UK road salt. Salt-laden road spray trapped beneath factory underseal and inside plastic wheel arch liners causes severe corrosion to the floorpan seams, inner sills, battery tray, and rear suspension mounting outriggers, resulting in structural MOT failures if not treated.
- 16V Twin Spark Timing Belt and Tensioner FailureSerious
While early 8V Twin Spark engines used durable double-row timing chains, the post-1995 wide-body cars switched to 16-valve modular engines with rubber cambelts and plastic tensioner pulleys. The tensioner bearing degrades rapidly, causing belts to slip or snap. The interference design causes valves to collide with pistons, destroying the valvetrain. UK specialists enforce a 36,000-mile or 3-year interval.
- Quick-Ratio Power Steering Rack LeaksModerate
The 155 wide-body features a responsive 2.2-turn quick-ratio power steering rack that generates high hydraulic operating pressures. Engine bay heat from the exhaust manifold and degraded rubber boots allow road grit to score the chrome steering rack shaft. This cuts the internal hydraulic seals, causing power steering fluid leaks, pump whining, heavy steering, and instant UK MOT failure.
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