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Alfa Romeo 156

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

L15 SEJMOT history

L15 SEJ is a black petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 86,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2023
Mileage
86,380 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 SEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 SEJ was last recorded at 86,380 miles on 24 Sept 2022, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,359 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
2,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 86,380 miles
  • 2015 – 77,884 miles
  • 2014 – 69,576 miles
  • 2012 – 64,114 miles
  • 2011 – 59,677 miles
  • 2010 – 56,102 miles
  • 2009 – 52,283 miles
  • 2008 – 48,024 miles
  • 2007 – 43,942 miles
  • 2006 – 38,565 miles
  • 2005 – 35,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,380 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,380 miles (+21)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,380 miles
    Test number
    364712656172
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,359 miles (+8,475)13 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,359 miles
    Test number
    453626311083
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor pans and sub frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass77,884 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,884 miles
    Test number
    879703445087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  4. Fail77,883 miles (+8,307)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,883 miles
    Test number
    116351245020
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  5. Pass69,576 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,576 miles
    Test number
    837327734079
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge

  6. Fail69,576 miles (+5,462)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,576 miles
    Test number
    419506134030
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge

  7. Pass64,114 miles (+4,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,114 miles
    Test number
    266609212231
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass59,677 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,677 miles
    Test number
    597230921293
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail59,677 miles (+3,575)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,677 miles
    Test number
    195540221227
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass56,102 miles (+3,819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,102 miles
    Test number
    544411210246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass52,283 miles (+4,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,283 miles
    Test number
    322601119234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  12. Pass48,024 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    48,024 miles
    Test number
    573964418265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,942 miles (+5,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    43,942 miles
    Test number
    381011707446
    • 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)

  14. Pass38,565 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,565 miles
    Test number
    283253296110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    35,181 miles
    Test number
    222793095126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 SEJ

Does L15 SEJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L15 SEJ expired on 23 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L15 SEJ?
The MOT on L15 SEJ expired on 23 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L15 SEJ done?
L15 SEJ was recorded at 86,380 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2022, an average of 2,976 miles a year.
Has L15 SEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 SEJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L15 SEJ 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 L15 SEJ find?
L15 SEJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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