Alfa Romeo logo

Alfa Romeo Brera

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 2,387 cc

K18 LFAMOT history

K18 LFA is a red diesel Alfa Romeo Brera first used on 10 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 94,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2025
Mileage
94,424 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,088 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for K18 LFA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
K18 LFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Brera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,387 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 LFA was last recorded at 94,424 miles on 27 Feb 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,420 miles · 22 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 94,424 miles
  • 2023 – 86,374 miles
  • 2021 – 85,167 miles
  • 2020 – 78,157 miles
  • 2019 – 69,378 miles
  • 2018 – 65,266 miles
  • 2017 – 60,331 miles
  • 2016 – 59,836 miles
  • 2015 – 58,826 miles
  • 2014 – 56,814 miles
  • 2013 – 54,920 miles
  • 2012 – 49,471 miles
  • 2011 – 42,108 miles
  • 2010 – 32,554 miles
  • 2009 – 18,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,424 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to head (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat over fuel tank insecureRecorded at 2 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,424 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    94,424 miles
    Test number
    934000473141
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to head (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat over fuel tank insecure

  2. Fail94,420 miles (+8,046)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,420 miles
    Test number
    736450226227
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to head (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat over fuel tank insecure

  3. Pass86,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    86,374 miles
    Test number
    119726980108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail86,369 miles (+1,202)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,369 miles
    Test number
    719565751228
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass85,167 miles (+7,010)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,167 miles
    Test number
    852900081267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,157 miles (+8,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    78,157 miles
    Test number
    485214061412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass69,378 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,378 miles
    Test number
    811008389226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,371 miles (+4,105)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,371 miles
    Test number
    168738385113
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has excessive play axial arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass65,266 miles (+4,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,266 miles
    Test number
    758667621468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass60,331 miles (+495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,331 miles
    Test number
    547296140415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment upper bush worn (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment upper bush worn (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Pass59,836 miles (+1,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,836 miles
    Test number
    525594919425
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner arm seems to have play under load (may be a damper section) (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back of wheel bearing is damp if seal is leaking
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 tyres (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass58,826 miles (+2,012)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,826 miles
    Test number
    706502145129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail56,814 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,814 miles
    Test number
    526524654113
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass56,814 miles (+1,894)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,814 miles
    Test number
    887604754124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass54,920 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,920 miles
    Test number
    466469803190
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail54,920 miles (+5,449)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,920 miles
    Test number
    967019003197
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail49,471 miles2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,471 miles
    Test number
    205801632478
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside rear brakes bindind slightly.
    • NoteOffside front seat wont tip forward.
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly.
    • NoteTop stoplamp not working.
    • NoteUndershields fitted not allowing full inspection.

  18. Pass49,471 miles (+7,363)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,471 miles
    Test number
    648461832161
    • NoteNearside rear brakes bindind slightly.
    • NoteOffside front seat wont tip forward.
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly.
    • NoteTop stoplamp not working.
    • NoteUndershields fitted not allowing full inspection.

  19. Pass42,108 miles (+9,554)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,108 miles
    Test number
    208206611134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,554 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,554 miles
    Test number
    740769400160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,548 miles (+13,581)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,548 miles
    Test number
    273856700415
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Note4x tyres low tread

  22. Pass18,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    18,967 miles
    Test number
    722349319112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 LFA

Does K18 LFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K18 LFA expired on 26 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K18 LFA?
The MOT on K18 LFA expired on 26 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K18 LFA done?
K18 LFA was recorded at 94,424 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2024, an average of 5,088 miles a year.
Has K18 LFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 LFA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on K18 LFA 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 K18 LFA find?
K18 LFA passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to head; nearside rear nail in tyre, and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all K18L registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.