1993 Alfa Romeo 164 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 164 models manufactured in 1993, based on 306 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 has an MOT pass rate of 45.1% based on 306 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 120,922 miles on the odometer. With a 54.9% failure rate, the 1993 164 is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 2.0% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Steering is the second most common issue at 1.6%. Noise, emissions and leaks follows at 1.3%.
Top failures specific to 1993 models only. The overall 164 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.0% | 6 |
| 2 | Steering | 1.6% | 5 |
| 3 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.3% | 4 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.3% | 4 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.0% | 3 |
| 6 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.0% | 3 |
| 7 | Visibility | 0.7% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 120,922 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.16 | 2.0% | 6 |
| Steering | 0.14 | 1.6% | 5 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.11 | 1.3% | 4 |
| Suspension | 0.11 | 1.3% | 4 |
| Brakes | 0.08 | 1.0% | 3 |
| Body & Structure | 0.08 | 1.0% | 3 |
| Visibility | 0.05 | 0.7% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 has an MOT pass rate of 45.1% based on 306 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 120,922 miles on the odometer. With a 54.9% failure rate, the 1993 164 is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1993 Alfa Romeo 164, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With an average mileage of 120,922 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 2.0% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 2.0% of MOT failures on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Steering — 1.6% of failures
Steering issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Noise, emissions and leaks — 1.3% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.