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K170 DTM

1991 Alfa Romeo Sz

Red Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,510 mi
Last recorded133,510 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Alfa Romeo Sz32,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK170 DTM
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSz
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 133,510 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 132,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 132,187 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 132,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 131,509 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 131,507 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 130,801 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 130,308 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 130,307 miles

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 129,567 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 129,567 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam main been will not stay on (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 127,882 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 124,162 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 122,446 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 122,439 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 116,130 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 115,150 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 113,953 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 113,953 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 111,976 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 109,490 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 105,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 102,656 miles

both front lower ball joints slight play

oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2008 100,130 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear drive shaft gater split

Pass 4 Sep 2007 96,479 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 93,111 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Sz?

Based on 1,326 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 31
Headlamp aim too high 18
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 15
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K170 DTM is a 1991 Alfa Romeo Sz in Red with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1991 Alfa Romeo Sz models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,306 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Sz fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K170 DTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Sz typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Alfa Romeo Sz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K170 DTM registered?

K170 DTM is a 1991 Alfa Romeo Sz, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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