Official DVLA Record

1997 Alfa Romeo 155 2.0L Petrol · R271 FEU

R271 FEU

1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 21/08/1997. Recorded mileage 47,430 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
ALFA ROMEO 155
Year / Origin
1997 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01/02/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
47,430 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/02/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
1970cc

R271 FEU Key Findings

  • 11 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/01/2025
  • 47,430 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (20 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
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R271 FEU Mileage History

  1. 13/11/200656,914 mi
  2. 14/11/200656,924 mi+10 mi
  3. 16/11/200740,299 mi-16,625 mi
  4. 03/01/200944,373 mi+4,074 mi
  5. 03/01/200944,373 mi
  6. 25/01/202045,147 mi+774 mi
  7. 16/06/202145,612 mi+465 mi
  8. 16/06/202145,612 mi
  9. 02/02/202445,286 mi-326 mi
  10. 02/02/202445,286 mi
  11. 17/01/202547,430 mi+2,144 mi

Average of roughly -522 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

R271 FEU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 09:34
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

11 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (R271 FEU) between November 2006 and January 2025.

The record contains 7 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 17 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (20 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 43 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 Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.

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