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Alfa Romeo Mito

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,248 cc

DS 7553MOT history

DS 7553 is a blue diesel Alfa Romeo Mito first used on 28 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 121,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

DS 7553 blue Alfa Romeo Mito – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Alfa Romeo Mito, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
121,203 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DS 7553
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Mito
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DS 7553 was last recorded at 121,203 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,713 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
490 miles
Average per year
6,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,203 miles
  • 2025 – 120,713 miles
  • 2024 – 119,975 miles
  • 2023 – 118,072 miles
  • 2022 – 114,763 miles
  • 2021 – 114,220 miles
  • 2020 – 112,752 miles
  • 2019 – 107,416 miles
  • 2018 – 102,978 miles
  • 2017 – 88,204 miles
  • 2016 – 72,415 miles
  • 2015 – 46,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,203 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,203 miles (+490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    121,203 miles
    Test number
    313912664058
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass120,713 miles (+738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    120,713 miles
    Test number
    731235461765
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass119,975 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    119,975 miles
    Test number
    841698768762
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail119,973 miles (+1,901)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,973 miles
    Test number
    686573420481
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass118,072 miles (+3,309)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    118,072 miles
    Test number
    870911421142
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass114,763 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    114,763 miles
    Test number
    751089026949
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail114,758 miles (+538)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,758 miles
    Test number
    587488755740
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 195/55v16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass114,220 miles (+1,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,220 miles
    Test number
    901914646273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  9. Pass112,752 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    112,752 miles
    Test number
    733108495806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated
  10. Fail112,752 miles (+5,336)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,752 miles
    Test number
    141626979661
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated
  11. Pass107,416 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,416 miles
    Test number
    610256964216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section deteriorating
  12. Fail107,416 miles (+4,438)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,416 miles
    Test number
    842664482028
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake rubbing
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn unevenly
  13. Pass102,978 miles (+14,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    102,978 miles
    Test number
    489751634296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorating
  14. Pass88,204 miles (+15,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,204 miles
    Test number
    909915344347
    • AdvisoryDamage to rear
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
  15. Pass72,415 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,415 miles
    Test number
    908907646908
    • AdvisoryRear accident damage
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
  16. Fail72,366 miles (+25,471)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,366 miles
    Test number
    107055764698
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear accident damage
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
  17. Pass46,895 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,895 miles
    Test number
    878811535185
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Fail46,895 miles1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,895 miles
    Test number
    129381935199
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about DS 7553

What vehicle is registration DS 7553 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DS 7553 on a blue diesel Alfa Romeo Mito first used on 28 May 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DS 7553 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DS 7553 is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on DS 7553?
The MOT on DS 7553 is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DS 7553 done?
DS 7553 was recorded at 121,203 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 6,600 miles a year.
Has DS 7553 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DS 7553 has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on DS 7553 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on DS 7553 find?
DS 7553 passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside.

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