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Alfa Romeo GTV

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T226 SDGMOT history

T226 SDG is a red petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2025
Mileage
138,596 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T226 SDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T226 SDG was last recorded at 138,596 miles on 12 Aug 2024, 905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,691 miles · 30 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
905 miles
Average per year
4,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 138,596 miles
  • 2023 – 137,691 miles
  • 2022 – 135,861 miles
  • 2021 – 131,490 miles
  • 2020 – 130,009 miles
  • 2019 – 128,824 miles
  • 2018 – 127,834 miles
  • 2016 – 118,846 miles
  • 2015 – 95,739 miles
  • 2014 – 90,572 miles
  • 2013 – 88,539 miles
  • 2012 – 85,911 miles
  • 2011 – 81,986 miles
  • 2010 – 77,875 miles
  • 2009 – 72,606 miles
  • 2008 – 68,562 miles
  • 2007 – 59,260 miles
  • 2005 – 49,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,596 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber dust cover insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber dust cover insecure

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.

  • Fuel pipe chafing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,596 miles (+905)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    138,596 miles
    Test number
    381220610474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber dust cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber dust cover insecure

  2. Pass137,691 miles (+1,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,691 miles
    Test number
    305288894401
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass135,861 miles (+4,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,861 miles
    Test number
    767076707959
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass131,490 miles (+1,481)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    131,490 miles
    Test number
    880105291024
    • MinorFuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,009 miles (+1,185)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    130,009 miles
    Test number
    838350789571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass128,824 miles (+990)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,824 miles
    Test number
    215516925321
    • MinorFuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass127,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,834 miles
    Test number
    366749606573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,834 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,834 miles
    Test number
    666222897028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,820 miles (+8,974)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,820 miles
    Test number
    253026078641
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight underbody corrosion

  10. Pass118,846 miles (+23,107)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    118,846 miles
    Test number
    745821071429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,739 miles (+5,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    95,739 miles
    Test number
    178573125032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass90,572 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,572 miles
    Test number
    199947624492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAll four tyres outer walls starting to crack

  13. Fail90,572 miles (+2,033)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,572 miles
    Test number
    497902624038
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAll four tyres outer walls starting to crack

  14. Pass88,539 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    88,539 miles
    Test number
    138605813498
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag warning symbol staying on dashboard.
    • NoteRear bootlid unable stay in the upright position

  15. Fail88,539 miles (+2,628)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,539 miles
    Test number
    625560513049
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag warning symbol staying on dashboard.
    • NoteRear bootlid unable stay in the upright position

  16. Pass85,911 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    656663922078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,886 miles (+3,900)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,886 miles
    Test number
    776826112035
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  18. Pass81,986 miles (+4,111)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    81,986 miles
    Test number
    155992911475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,875 miles (+5,269)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    77,875 miles
    Test number
    202779310025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    72,606 miles
    Test number
    661494819053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,604 miles (+4,042)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,604 miles
    Test number
    634574819016
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass68,562 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    68,562 miles
    Test number
    113514728464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,547 miles (+9,287)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    683422828076
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  24. Pass59,260 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    59,260 miles
    Test number
    224458317080
    • NoteAir bag light stays on
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's worn thin

  25. Fail59,260 miles (+9,643)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,260 miles
    Test number
    594328517064
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light stays on
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's worn thin

  26. Pass49,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    49,617 miles
    Test number
    381995055302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,617 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,617 miles
    Test number
    314264955379
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about T226 SDG

Does T226 SDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T226 SDG expired on 29 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T226 SDG?
The MOT on T226 SDG expired on 29 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T226 SDG done?
T226 SDG was recorded at 138,596 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2024, an average of 4,772 miles a year.
Has T226 SDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T226 SDG has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on T226 SDG 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 T226 SDG find?
T226 SDG passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front shock absorber dust cover insecure, and 3 more.

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