Alfa Romeo 146 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Alfa Romeo 146. Check any 146 by registration number below.

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84.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.2%

vs Alfa Romeo Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Alfa Romeo 146 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Alfa Romeo 146 has an average MOT pass rate of 84.1%, which is 1.2 percentage points above the Alfa Romeo brand average of 82.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 146 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Alfa Romeo 146, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Alfa Romeo 146 performs at MOT across different model years.

2003

Based on 57 vehicles

86.0%Excellent

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Mileage at 10yr

177k mi

2002

Based on 80 vehicles

82.5%Good

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Mileage at 10yr

181k mi

2001

Based on 114 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Mileage at 10yr

148k mi

2000

Based on 809 vehicles

90.5%Excellent

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Mileage at 10yr

138k mi

1999

Based on 864 vehicles

85.1%Excellent

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

8.7%

Mileage at 10yr

147k mi

1998

Based on 1,090 vehicles

84.4%Good

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Mileage at 10yr

134k mi

1997

Based on 1,151 vehicles

86.7%Excellent

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

50.0%

1996

Based on 589 vehicles

81.3%Good

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1995

Based on 177 vehicles

84.7%Good

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

0

Based on 71 vehicles

67.6%Average

Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

Mileage at 5yr

88k mi

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73.6% pass rate

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87.7% pass rate

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88.6% pass rate

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92.6% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Alfa Romeo 146

Alfa Romeo 146 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Alfa Romeo 146 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Alfa Romeo 146?

The average MOT pass rate for the Alfa Romeo 146 is 84.1% compared to the Alfa Romeo average of 82.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Alfa Romeo 146?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Alfa Romeo 146 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 84.1%, the Alfa Romeo 146 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Alfa Romeo 146?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Alfa Romeo 146?

Typical mileage for the Alfa Romeo 146: 177,401 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 146 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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