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Alfa Romeo Mito

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,595 cc

LB09 GRUMOT history

LB09 GRU is a black diesel Alfa Romeo Mito first used on 15 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 113,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2024
Mileage
113,106 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 GRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Mito
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB09 GRU was last recorded at 113,106 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 4,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,418 miles · 16 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4,688 miles
Average per year
6,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,106 miles
  • 2023 – 108,418 miles
  • 2021 – 101,499 miles
  • 2020 – 94,726 miles
  • 2019 – 82,810 miles
  • 2018 – 64,293 miles
  • 2017 – 57,874 miles
  • 2016 – 52,855 miles
  • 2015 – 48,291 miles
  • 2014 – 39,435 miles
  • 2013 – 36,358 miles
  • 2012 – 31,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,106 miles
  • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
  • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame likely to become detached subframe corroded and snapped (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195-55916v worn and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central exhaut has corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,106 miles (+4,688)3 dangerous13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,106 miles
    Test number
    444698870798
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame likely to become detached subframe corroded and snapped (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195-55916v worn and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

  2. Pass108,418 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,418 miles
    Test number
    620410181144
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaut has corrosion

  3. Fail108,414 miles (+6,915)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,414 miles
    Test number
    339164512361
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaut has corrosion

  4. Pass101,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,499 miles
    Test number
    485180860637
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose back box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail101,499 miles (+6,773)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,499 miles
    Test number
    224906721919
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose back box (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  6. Pass94,726 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    94,726 miles
    Test number
    891461337374
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail94,724 miles (+11,914)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,724 miles
    Test number
    421692532116
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,810 miles
    Test number
    341031483553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,810 miles (+18,517)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,810 miles
    Test number
    306641831552
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass64,293 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,293 miles
    Test number
    383245124754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,285 miles (+2,832)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,285 miles
    Test number
    847922318633
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass61,453 miles (+3,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    61,453 miles
    Test number
    741888975391
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass57,874 miles (+5,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,874 miles
    Test number
    739366771243
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass52,855 miles (+4,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,855 miles
    Test number
    727917687620
    • AdvisoryBoth front scrubbed on inner edges

  15. Pass48,291 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,291 miles
    Test number
    848333805220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,287 miles (+8,852)1 dangerous1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,287 miles
    Test number
    445962205214
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOSF tyre feathered on inside edge 195/55/16
    • NoteRear heat shield insecure
    • NoteRear silencer casing deteriorated

  17. Pass39,435 miles (+3,077)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,435 miles
    Test number
    849718564114
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system becoming corroded

  18. Pass36,358 miles (+5,150)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,358 miles
    Test number
    696579863120
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteBoth rear tyres becoming worn on the inside

  19. Pass31,208 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,208 miles
    Test number
    715383272141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Questions about LB09 GRU

Does LB09 GRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 GRU expired on 15 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 GRU?
The MOT on LB09 GRU expired on 15 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 GRU done?
LB09 GRU was recorded at 113,106 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 6,785 miles a year.
Has LB09 GRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 GRU has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB09 GRU 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 LB09 GRU find?
LB09 GRU failed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 13 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire; exhaust silencer likely to become detached; nearside front sub-frame likely to become detached subframe corroded and snapped, and 16 more.

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