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Alfa Romeo 156

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,387 cc

LM03 ZTHMOT history

LM03 ZTH is a blue diesel Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 17 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 147,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,622 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 ZTH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,387 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 ZTH was last recorded at 147,622 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,583 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
5,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,622 miles
  • 2025 – 147,583 miles
  • 2016 – 141,716 miles
  • 2015 – 134,748 miles
  • 2014 – 128,618 miles
  • 2013 – 120,415 miles
  • 2012 – 111,122 miles
  • 2011 – 101,433 miles
  • 2010 – 91,054 miles
  • 2009 – 79,781 miles
  • 2008 – 68,251 miles
  • 2007 – 55,843 miles
  • 2006 – 35,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,622 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,622 miles (+39)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,622 miles
    Test number
    376326008498
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass147,583 miles (+5,867)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    147,583 miles
    Test number
    702929784796
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail141,716 miles (+6,968)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,716 miles
    Test number
    780548860145
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOverall parking brake result 18%,may need adjustment or repair.

  4. Pass134,748 miles (+6,130)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    134,748 miles
    Test number
    566631665103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass128,618 miles (+8,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    128,618 miles
    Test number
    845533484129
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Pass120,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    120,415 miles
    Test number
    618726783194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,415 miles (+9,293)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,415 miles
    Test number
    279835683401
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  8. Pass111,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    111,122 miles
    Test number
    245643692452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail111,122 miles (+9,689)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,122 miles
    Test number
    405982692197
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  10. Pass101,433 miles (+10,379)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    101,433 miles
    Test number
    389294491160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,054 miles (+11,273)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,054 miles
    Test number
    560403490151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,781 miles (+210)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    79,781 miles
    Test number
    591401109286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s and o/s outer h/brake cables split.

  13. Fail79,571 miles (+11,320)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,571 miles
    Test number
    420166499122
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s and o/s outer h/brake cables split.

  14. Pass68,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,251 miles
    Test number
    204249298183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,251 miles (+12,408)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,251 miles
    Test number
    711209198147
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteUnder tray insecure.

  16. Pass55,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,843 miles
    Test number
    644222197153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,843 miles (+19,926)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,843 miles
    Test number
    431852097115
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOuter hand brake cables split.

  18. Pass35,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,917 miles
    Test number
    600915286175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,917 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,917 miles
    Test number
    832285286127
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM03 ZTH

Does LM03 ZTH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 ZTH is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 ZTH?
The MOT on LM03 ZTH is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 ZTH done?
LM03 ZTH was recorded at 147,622 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 5,650 miles a year.
Has LM03 ZTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 ZTH has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on LM03 ZTH 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 LM03 ZTH find?
LM03 ZTH passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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