2003 Alfa Romeo 147 2.0L Petrol · YL52 AFA
2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 28 Feb 2003. Recorded mileage 133,957 miles. MOT expired on 26 Apr 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 147
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,957 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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YL52 AFA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2025
- 133,957 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YL52 AFA 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 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (YL52 AFA) between April 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
YL52 AFA Mileage History
- 28/04/2022110,435 mi
- 04/04/2023124,787 mi+14,352 mi
- 15/04/2024130,545 mi+5,758 mi
- 24/04/2025133,957 mi+3,412 mi
Average of roughly 7,867 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 147
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 147
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Gearbox Synchro and Bearing Wear(Serious)
The 147's manual gearbox, particularly on early 1.6 and 2.0 Twin Spark models, can suffer from worn synchroniser rings and bearings. This manifests as difficulty engaging gears, crunching when shifting, or gear lever play. The issue is often worsened by high mileage or infrequent gearbox oil changes.
- Cylinder Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
The 1.6 Twin Spark engine on the 147 is known for cylinder head gasket failures, often around 30,000–40,000 miles. Overheating from a faulty thermostat or coolant loss can cause the gasket to blow, leading to coolant mixing with oil, loss of compression, and potential engine damage.
- ABS Sensor and Wheel Speed Sensor Failure(Moderate)
The 147's ABS and wheel speed sensors are prone to failure, triggering the ABS warning light and disabling the anti-lock braking system. This is an MOT failure if the warning light is illuminated. Sensors can fail due to wiring damage, corrosion, or sensor wear.
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- Gearbox Synchro and Bearing WearSerious
The 147's manual gearbox, particularly on early 1.6 and 2.0 Twin Spark models, can suffer from worn synchroniser rings and bearings. This manifests as difficulty engaging gears, crunching when shifting, or gear lever play. The issue is often worsened by high mileage or infrequent gearbox oil changes.
- Cylinder Head Gasket FailureSerious
The 1.6 Twin Spark engine on the 147 is known for cylinder head gasket failures, often around 30,000–40,000 miles. Overheating from a faulty thermostat or coolant loss can cause the gasket to blow, leading to coolant mixing with oil, loss of compression, and potential engine damage.
- ABS Sensor and Wheel Speed Sensor FailureModerate
The 147's ABS and wheel speed sensors are prone to failure, triggering the ABS warning light and disabling the anti-lock braking system. This is an MOT failure if the warning light is illuminated. Sensors can fail due to wiring damage, corrosion, or sensor wear.
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