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Alfa Romeo GTV

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,959 cc

S74 NSBMOT history

S74 NSB is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 9 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
148,826 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2024
MOT tests
30
14 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S74 NSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,959 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S74 NSB was last recorded at 148,826 miles on 1 Mar 2024, 5,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,848 miles · 1 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,978 miles
Average per year
4,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,826 miles
  • 2021 – 142,848 miles
  • 2020 – 139,756 miles
  • 2019 – 138,849 miles
  • 2018 – 137,205 miles
  • 2016 – 133,536 miles
  • 2015 – 130,140 miles
  • 2014 – 124,316 miles
  • 2013 – 115,774 miles
  • 2012 – 111,678 miles
  • 2011 – 107,101 miles
  • 2008 – 91,984 miles
  • 2007 – 75,325 miles
  • 2006 – 66,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,826 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure8 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,826 miles (+5,978)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    148,826 miles
    Test number
    625800959709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass142,848 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,848 miles
    Test number
    553096242367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail142,769 miles (+3,013)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,769 miles
    Test number
    840806473938
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloors starting to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust rubber broken but system still supported

  4. Pass139,756 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    139,756 miles
    Test number
    263771865180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail139,684 miles (+835)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,684 miles
    Test number
    880756753360
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported to shock absorber retaining clip missing (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass138,849 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    138,849 miles
    Test number
    711258637222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail138,834 miles (+1,629)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,834 miles
    Test number
    158802830214
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill joining floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass137,205 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    137,205 miles
    Test number
    711158726464
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blowing from center section
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Control arm rose joint has play but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail137,204 miles (+3,668)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,204 miles
    Test number
    603854590637
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass133,536 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    133,536 miles
    Test number
    752116179113
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAir bag light intermittent

  11. Fail133,521 miles (+3,381)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,521 miles
    Test number
    371814942667
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both front pipes (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass130,140 miles (+35)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    130,140 miles
    Test number
    196358395162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSill Covers Fitted To Outer Sills

  13. Fail130,105 miles (+5,789)10 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,105 miles
    Test number
    315164295101
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSill Covers Fitted To Outer Sills

  14. Pass124,316 miles (+15)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    124,316 miles
    Test number
    845576254163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak on alternator
    • NoteWater leak radiator poor condition

  15. Fail124,301 miles (+8,527)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,301 miles
    Test number
    376614854112
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak on alternator
    • NoteWater leak radiator poor condition

  16. Pass115,774 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    115,774 miles
    Test number
    548859643109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteGearbox noisy

  17. Fail115,774 miles (+1,474)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,774 miles
    Test number
    899978643153
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCoolant bottle empty

  18. Fail114,300 miles (+2,622)2 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,300 miles
    Test number
    458443413163
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOff side rear tyre starting to feather on the inner edge
    • NoteSome underbody corrosion but all appears sound

  19. Pass111,678 miles (+57)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    111,678 miles
    Test number
    365800352105
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  20. Fail111,621 miles (+4,520)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,621 miles
    Test number
    345386842193
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass107,101 miles (+18)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    107,101 miles
    Test number
    298863041481
    • DangerousMajor engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have uneven wear on inner edges

  22. Fail107,083 miles (+15)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,083 miles
    Test number
    519168331195
    • DangerousMajor engine oil leak
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have uneven wear on inner edges

  23. Fail107,068 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,068 miles
    Test number
    257730871086
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Fail107,068 miles (+25)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,068 miles
    Test number
    656809061007
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  25. Fail107,043 miles (+15,059)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,043 miles
    Test number
    206657251020
    • FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteNearside hand brake cable not secured correctly (very close to coil spring)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc corroded

  26. Pass91,984 miles (+111)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    91,984 miles
    Test number
    521590218232
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlighnt play in adjustable steering column

  27. Fail91,873 miles (+394)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,873 miles
    Test number
    254153508221
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlighnt play in adjustable steering column

  28. Fail91,479 miles (+16,154)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,479 miles
    Test number
    401958268157
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag lamp on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted

  29. Pass75,325 miles (+8,834)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    773697257131
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass66,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    66,491 miles
    Test number
    311043646123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S74 NSB

Does S74 NSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S74 NSB expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S74 NSB?
The MOT on S74 NSB expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S74 NSB done?
S74 NSB was recorded at 148,826 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2024, an average of 4,632 miles a year.
Has S74 NSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S74 NSB has failed 16 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on S74 NSB 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 S74 NSB find?
S74 NSB passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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