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Alfa Romeo 147

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

K8 VCLMOT history

K8 VCL is a red petrol Alfa Romeo 147 first used on 24 Aug 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 104,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2023
Mileage
104,667 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 VCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
147
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

K8 VCL was last recorded at 104,667 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 7,069 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,598 miles · 1 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,069 miles
Average per year
6,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,667 miles
  • 2022 – 97,598 miles
  • 2021 – 93,027 miles
  • 2020 – 89,335 miles
  • 2019 – 89,325 miles
  • 2018 – 78,890 miles
  • 2017 – 73,004 miles
  • 2016 – 66,231 miles
  • 2015 – 63,212 miles
  • 2014 – 59,395 miles
  • 2013 – 55,560 miles
  • 2012 – 53,568 miles
  • 2011 – 43,273 miles
  • 2010 – 28,143 miles
  • 2009 – 15,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,667 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake inadequately mounted flexi hose (1.1.21 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front bumper stays corroded and detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Stop lamp(s) all not working

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail104,667 miles (+7,069)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,667 miles
    Test number
    249571384898
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake inadequately mounted flexi hose (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass97,598 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    97,598 miles
    Test number
    184724614094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper stays corroded and detached
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail97,592 miles (+4,565)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,592 miles
    Test number
    819492691423
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper stays corroded and detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,027 miles (+5)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    93,027 miles
    Test number
    361900202647
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail93,022 miles (+3,687)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,022 miles
    Test number
    465782967024
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass89,335 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,335 miles
    Test number
    326582499374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail89,325 miles (+10,435)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,325 miles
    Test number
    786664882083
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass78,890 miles (+5,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,890 miles
    Test number
    298833650736
    • AdvisoryShowing signs of corrosion throughout the vehicle structure

  9. Pass73,004 miles (+6,773)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,004 miles
    Test number
    895913707599
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills and floor area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills and floor area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass66,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,231 miles
    Test number
    805123246113
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Fail66,231 miles (+3,019)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,231 miles
    Test number
    838400158348
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass63,212 miles (+3,817)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,212 miles
    Test number
    279688895974
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished (215/45/17)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass59,395 miles (+3,835)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,395 miles
    Test number
    685893684272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,560 miles1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,560 miles
    Test number
    635624383271
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear silencer support bracket snapped off
    • NoteRear wiper rubber split

  15. Pass55,560 miles (+1,992)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,560 miles
    Test number
    656464183256
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear silencer support bracket snapped off
    • NoteRear wiper rubber split

  16. Pass53,568 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,568 miles
    Test number
    129175282241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,549 miles (+10,276)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,549 miles
    Test number
    599967872215
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass43,273 miles (+15,130)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,273 miles
    Test number
    647512401369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear wheel bearing noisy.

  19. Fail28,143 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,143 miles
    Test number
    110247320330
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass28,143 miles (+12,632)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    28,143 miles
    Test number
    573107420311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,511 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    15,511 miles
    Test number
    824785289289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K8 VCL

Does K8 VCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 VCL expired on 10 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 VCL?
The MOT on K8 VCL expired on 10 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 VCL done?
K8 VCL was recorded at 104,667 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 6,596 miles a year.
Has K8 VCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 VCL has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on K8 VCL 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 K8 VCL find?
K8 VCL failed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; offside headlamp lens seriously defective, and 8 more.

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