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Alfa Romeo GTV

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,970 cc

K55 TJFMOT history

K55 TJF is a red petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 31 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 124,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2024
Mileage
124,568 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 TJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

K55 TJF was last recorded at 124,568 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,550 miles · 11 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,568 miles
  • 2023 – 124,550 miles
  • 2022 – 124,548 miles
  • 2021 – 124,326 miles
  • 2019 – 123,955 miles
  • 2018 – 121,491 miles
  • 2017 – 119,051 miles
  • 2015 – 116,873 miles
  • 2014 – 111,936 miles
  • 2012 – 111,768 miles
  • 2011 – 108,932 miles
  • 2010 – 106,123 miles
  • 2009 – 106,053 miles
  • 2008 – 93,396 miles
  • 2007 – 90,991 miles
  • 2006 – 78,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,568 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Coil spring corroded All 4

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Surface corrosion to the underside of the vehicle.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Note : sills damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,568 miles (+18)1 dangerous11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,568 miles
    Test number
    779109835753
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass124,550 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,550 miles
    Test number
    849822209875
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to the underside of the vehicle.

  3. Pass124,548 miles (+222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,548 miles
    Test number
    563543778480
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to the underside of the vehicle.

  4. Pass124,326 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,326 miles
    Test number
    821830306986
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to the underside of the vehicle.

  5. Fail124,321 miles (+366)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,321 miles
    Test number
    842297409494
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to the underside of the vehicle.

  6. Pass123,955 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,955 miles
    Test number
    408442933133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,954 miles (+1,078)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,954 miles
    Test number
    952910412427
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass122,876 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    122,876 miles
    Test number
    801806033186
    • AdvisoryNote : sills damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail122,876 miles (+1,385)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,876 miles
    Test number
    388634234999
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote : sills damaged

  10. Pass121,491 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    121,491 miles
    Test number
    888541886077
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail121,428 miles (+2,377)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,428 miles
    Test number
    750139386729
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working ALL (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPassenger air bag switched off at time of test

  12. Pass119,051 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    119,051 miles
    Test number
    262677542557
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened both (3.5.1b)

  13. Fail119,050 miles (+2,177)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,050 miles
    Test number
    530216622946
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened both (3.5.1b)

  14. Pass116,873 miles (+4,937)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,873 miles
    Test number
    457945655170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,936 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    111,936 miles
    Test number
    375985264173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,768 miles (+2,836)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    111,768 miles
    Test number
    498950842098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,932 miles (+2,809)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    287321231052
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s inner cv boot split

  18. Pass106,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    106,123 miles
    Test number
    694741140033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail106,123 miles (+70)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,123 miles
    Test number
    101402230056
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Fail106,053 miles (+12,657)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,053 miles
    Test number
    210166869247
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass93,396 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    93,396 miles
    Test number
    873572518101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass90,991 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    90,991 miles
    Test number
    662961157184
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail90,912 miles (+12,647)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,912 miles
    Test number
    982029947161
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass78,265 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    78,265 miles
    Test number
    914584246115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail78,037 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,037 miles
    Test number
    934087036183
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer not fitted correctly

Questions about K55 TJF

Does K55 TJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K55 TJF expired on 14 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K55 TJF?
The MOT on K55 TJF expired on 14 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K55 TJF done?
K55 TJF was recorded at 124,568 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 2,516 miles a year.
Has K55 TJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 TJF has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on K55 TJF 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 K55 TJF find?
K55 TJF failed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 10 more.

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