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Alfa Romeo 166

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T162 JVPMOT history

T162 JVP is a silver petrol Alfa Romeo 166 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 208,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2023
Mileage
208,947 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2022
MOT tests
29
15 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T162 JVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
166
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T162 JVP was last recorded at 208,947 miles on 12 Aug 2022, 1,871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Sept 2015: 190,867 miles, lower than 191,130 miles on 6 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
207,076 miles · 27 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,871 miles
Average per year
6,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 208,947 miles
  • 2021 – 207,076 miles
  • 2020 – 203,011 miles
  • 2019 – 200,372 miles
  • 2018 – 197,518 miles
  • 2017 – 193,885 miles
  • 2015 – 190,867 miles
  • 2014 – 191,130 miles
  • 2013 – 183,426 miles
  • 2012 – 179,778 miles
  • 2011 – 170,820 miles
  • 2010 – 161,364 miles
  • 2009 – 154,664 miles
  • 2008 – 142,781 miles
  • 2007 – 132,290 miles
  • 2006 – 108,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,947 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass208,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    208,947 miles
    Test number
    775123377554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail208,947 miles (+1,871)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,947 miles
    Test number
    518165640347
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass207,076 miles (+145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    207,076 miles
    Test number
    453389814081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail206,931 miles (+3,920)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,931 miles
    Test number
    831906827846
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass203,011 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    203,011 miles
    Test number
    796329994255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail202,997 miles (+2,625)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,997 miles
    Test number
    746631096585
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass200,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    200,372 miles
    Test number
    411202120416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail200,372 miles (+45)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,372 miles
    Test number
    604814287561
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail200,327 miles (+2,809)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,327 miles
    Test number
    597517805177
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass197,518 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    197,518 miles
    Test number
    560397031785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail197,516 miles (+74)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,516 miles
    Test number
    802305856979
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  12. Fail197,442 miles (+3,557)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,442 miles
    Test number
    321176994851
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Bush pressed into hub (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted bent and hitting chassis. Bolt loose (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryEngine stabilizer mount bush split
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on body sill unable to check condition

  13. Pass193,885 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    193,885 miles
    Test number
    226788264751
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail193,884 miles (+8)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,884 miles
    Test number
    788125854655
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail193,876 miles (+3,009)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,876 miles
    Test number
    847595384021
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear ,inner and outer (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower strut mounting bushes slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Fail190,867 miles (-263)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,867 miles
    Test number
    461156424816
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft gaiter strap insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass191,130 miles (+7,704)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    191,130 miles
    Test number
    798185964047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust is corroded

  18. Pass183,426 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    183,426 miles
    Test number
    408053233084
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail183,426 miles (+3,648)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,426 miles
    Test number
    475180333079
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass179,778 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    179,778 miles
    Test number
    377984292061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail179,702 miles (+8,882)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,702 miles
    Test number
    196916472498
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s front fog lamp not working

  22. Pass170,820 miles (+9,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    170,820 miles
    Test number
    325094781078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  23. Pass161,364 miles (+353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    161,364 miles
    Test number
    113766570442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  24. Fail161,011 miles (+6,347)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,011 miles
    Test number
    630394560022
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  25. Pass154,664 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    154,664 miles
    Test number
    583162079054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail154,437 miles (+11,656)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,437 miles
    Test number
    103334569462
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass142,781 miles (+10,491)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    142,781 miles
    Test number
    234473178034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass132,290 miles (+23,868)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    132,290 miles
    Test number
    264187667069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass108,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    108,422 miles
    Test number
    260263466025
    • 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)

Questions about T162 JVP

Does T162 JVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T162 JVP expired on 26 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T162 JVP?
The MOT on T162 JVP expired on 26 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T162 JVP done?
T162 JVP was recorded at 208,947 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2022, an average of 6,114 miles a year.
Has T162 JVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T162 JVP has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T162 JVP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T162 JVP find?
T162 JVP passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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