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Alfa romeo 155

Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 3 years from 157 real MOT tests.

Avg Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests

157

Best Year

1995 (100%)

Years Covered

3

About the Alfa romeo 155

The Alfa romeo 155 has been tested 157 times in 2026 MOT data across 3 model years (1995 to 1997), with an average pass rate of 90%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.

Best and Worst Years

The 1995 model is the most reliable with a 100% pass rate from 55 tests. The 1996 model has the lowest at 81%. With a 19 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1995) averages 124,919 miles, while the newest (1997) averages 98,660 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Alfa romeo brand average of 80%, the 155 performs 10 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Alfa romeo range.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1970cc)
£1,327
Road Tax
£315
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,047
Per month£171/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 1997 details

How reliable is the Alfa romeo 155?

vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs Alfa romeo brand average+10% (80% avg)
Best to worst year spread19 percentage points

Alfa romeo 155 by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
199788%4898,660 mi
199681%54117,476 mi
1995100%55124,919 mi

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