1999 Alfa Romeo 156 2.5L Petrol · T266 WOO
1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 27 May 1999. Recorded mileage 117,126 miles. MOT expired on 31 Mar 2024.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 156
- Year / Origin
- 1999
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Mar 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,126 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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T266 WOO Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2023
- 117,126 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
T266 WOO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (T266 WOO) between October 2005 and April 2023.
The record contains 17 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 01 April 2023 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: Suspension (22 issues), Tyres (21 issues), Brakes (20 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 89 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: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”; “Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)”.
T266 WOO Mileage History
- 06/10/200562,747 mi
- 06/10/200562,747 mi
- 03/10/200670,211 mi+7,464 mi
- 27/09/200777,702 mi+7,491 mi
- 20/10/200884,191 mi+6,489 mi
- 23/10/200884,232 mi+41 mi
- 20/10/200988,509 mi+4,277 mi
- 08/11/201092,578 mi+4,069 mi
- 07/11/201196,520 mi+3,942 mi
- 06/11/201298,871 mi+2,351 mi
- 07/11/201298,884 mi+13 mi
- 07/11/2013101,578 mi+2,694 mi
- 07/11/2014105,079 mi+3,501 mi
- 12/11/2014105,100 mi+21 mi
- 14/11/2015109,101 mi+4,001 mi
- 12/11/2016112,212 mi+3,111 mi
- 25/11/2017112,472 mi+260 mi
- 19/01/2019112,535 mi+63 mi
- 22/02/2020113,747 mi+1,212 mi
- 14/04/2021115,920 mi+2,173 mi
- 01/04/2023117,126 mi+1,206 mi
Average of roughly 3,110 miles per year across 21 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: 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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