2001 Alfa Romeo 156 1.7L Petrol · Y203 OMW
2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (1.7L, petrol). First registered 06 Apr 2001. Recorded mileage 141,529 miles. MOT expired on 31 Oct 2024.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 156
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,529 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y203 OMW Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/11/2023
- 141,529 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y203 OMW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (Y203 OMW) between September 2006 and November 2023.
The record contains 18 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 01 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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 Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Nears”; “Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill level with the pass”; “Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural ”.
Y203 OMW Mileage History
- 29/09/200655,549 mi
- 29/09/200655,549 mi
- 26/09/200765,939 mi+10,390 mi
- 26/09/200765,939 mi
- 17/09/200876,235 mi+10,296 mi
- 17/09/200876,235 mi
- 16/10/200986,317 mi+10,082 mi
- 15/10/201091,536 mi+5,219 mi
- 06/10/201195,545 mi+4,009 mi
- 27/09/2012101,483 mi+5,938 mi
- 27/09/2012101,483 mi
- 09/10/2013106,356 mi+4,873 mi
- 07/10/2014111,808 mi+5,452 mi
- 07/10/2015116,390 mi+4,582 mi
- 10/10/2016121,345 mi+4,955 mi
- 05/10/2017125,908 mi+4,563 mi
- 10/10/2018130,770 mi+4,862 mi
- 10/10/2019134,486 mi+3,716 mi
- 16/10/2019134,490 mi+4 mi
- 16/10/2020136,578 mi+2,088 mi
- 05/10/2021139,092 mi+2,514 mi
- 06/10/2021139,118 mi+26 mi
- 14/10/2022141,077 mi+1,959 mi
- 01/11/2023141,529 mi+452 mi
Average of roughly 5,031 miles per year across 24 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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