ALFA ROMEO 164 (1997)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
65%
Total Tests (2024)
40
Avg Mileage
102,585 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 17 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the ALFA ROMEO brand average of 80%.
At 27 years old, 65% of ALFA ROMEO 164s from 1997 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 102,585 miles.
How does the 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164 has 102,585 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 199,800 miles for a 27-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
ALFA ROMEO 164 by Year
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About the 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164
The 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164 is a premium performance with a 2959cc petrol engine. 40 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 92% of 1997 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 102,585 miles at 27 years old, ALFA ROMEO 164 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1997 ALFA ROMEO 164 Fuel Costs
The 2959cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 65% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164
At 27 years old, the ALFA ROMEO 164 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1997 ALFA ROMEO 164
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1996) 67% pass rate (+2%) from 8,643 tests
- BMW Z3 (1999) 78% pass rate (+13%) from 8,191 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1999) 78% pass rate (+13%) from 7,815 tests
- PORSCHE 911 (1999) 87% pass rate (+22%) from 3,668 tests