Alfa Romeo common problems and MOT failures
From 122,503 MOT tests in 2024, 20.1% of Alfa Romeo vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Alfa Romeo MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | suspension pin, bush or joint worn | 3,681 |
| 2 | spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 2,962 |
| 3 | tyre tread depth outside legal limits | 2,612 |
| 4 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 2,161 |
| 5 | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2,142 |
| 6 | tyre seriously damaged | 2,128 |
| 7 | tyre cords visible or damaged | 2,045 |
| 8 | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 1,738 |
| 9 | brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 1,547 |
| 10 | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 1,531 |
What this means if you're buying a Alfa Romeo
The single most common MOT failure for Alfa Romeo is suspension pin, bush or joint worn, accounting for 16% of all failure items. Suspension repairs typically cost £150–£400 depending on the component.
These figures are from real MOT inspections — they show what testers actually find wrong with Alfa Romeo vehicles. If you're viewing a used Alfa Romeo, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Alfa Romeo models by MOT pass rate
Lowest pass rates first — these models have the most testable issues.
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