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Alfa Romeo 156

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,970 cc

T229 LELMOT history

T229 LEL is a green petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 112,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2026
Mileage
112,893 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T229 LEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T229 LEL was last recorded at 112,893 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,744 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
149 miles
Average per year
4,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,893 miles
  • 2024 – 112,409 miles
  • 2023 – 112,384 miles
  • 2022 – 110,338 miles
  • 2021 – 107,450 miles
  • 2020 – 103,449 miles
  • 2019 – 100,730 miles
  • 2018 – 100,483 miles
  • 2017 – 90,425 miles
  • 2016 – 77,405 miles
  • 2015 – 67,719 miles
  • 2014 – 57,905 miles
  • 2013 – 40,124 miles
  • 2012 – 39,019 miles
  • 2011 – 37,708 miles
  • 2010 – 36,360 miles
  • 2009 – 34,978 miles
  • 2008 – 32,772 miles
  • 2007 – 30,358 miles
  • 2006 – 27,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,893 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

34 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,893 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,893 miles
    Test number
    235384859645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,744 miles (+335)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,744 miles
    Test number
    970676039131
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass112,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    112,409 miles
    Test number
    545644681852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,408 miles (+24)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,408 miles
    Test number
    875302661424
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to brake hose being damaged (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak at central join (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened distorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass112,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,384 miles
    Test number
    179691309496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail112,384 miles (+2,046)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,384 miles
    Test number
    975308794235
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass110,338 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,338 miles
    Test number
    116417552068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,336 miles (+30)5 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,336 miles
    Test number
    314981562704
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Fail110,306 miles (+2,856)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,306 miles
    Test number
    635238546554
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass107,450 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,450 miles
    Test number
    973347163410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,445 miles (+3,996)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,445 miles
    Test number
    779754271748
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass103,449 miles (+2,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,449 miles
    Test number
    272454931137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass100,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,730 miles
    Test number
    988436011705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,730 miles (+247)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,730 miles
    Test number
    516017941457
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass100,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,483 miles
    Test number
    503486956732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,482 miles (+10,057)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,482 miles
    Test number
    725178933432
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  17. Pass90,425 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,425 miles
    Test number
    279049415542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,175 miles (+12,770)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,175 miles
    Test number
    149460875974
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass77,405 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    77,405 miles
    Test number
    281981133673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,371 miles (+9,652)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,371 miles
    Test number
    290816725657
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass67,719 miles (+10)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,719 miles
    Test number
    177874355405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front headlamp slightly insecure
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • NoteUnable to test centre rear seat belt or buckle

  22. Fail67,709 miles (+9,804)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,709 miles
    Test number
    868922155084
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front headlamp slightly insecure
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • NoteUnable to test centre rear seat belt or buckle

  23. Pass57,905 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,905 miles
    Test number
    848808854021
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp lens cracked but not sharp or protruding
    • NoteNearside front wiper not clearing at nearside lower corner of swept area but not effecting view
    • NoteNearside head light unit loose at inner end but is secure
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteSlight movement in offside inner rack joint
    • NoteSmall amount of lift in both front lower ball joint with weight removed

  24. Fail57,905 miles (+17,781)2 failures1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,905 miles
    Test number
    416568554099
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp lens cracked but not sharp or protruding
    • NoteNearside front wiper not clearing at nearside lower corner of swept area but not effecting view
    • NoteNearside head light unit loose at inner end but is secure
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteSlight movement in offside inner rack joint
    • NoteSmall amount of lift in both front lower ball joint with weight removed

  25. Pass40,124 miles (+1,105)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    40,124 miles
    Test number
    247033443040
    • 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)
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition
    • NoteStone chip in zone a

  26. Pass39,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    39,019 miles
    Test number
    118744152078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,019 miles (+1,311)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,019 miles
    Test number
    227914852039
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass37,708 miles (+1,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,708 miles
    Test number
    376526951091
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass36,360 miles (+1,382)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,360 miles
    Test number
    853226050005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass34,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,978 miles
    Test number
    980247159027
    • 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)

  31. Fail34,978 miles (+2,206)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,978 miles
    Test number
    111947259412
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  32. Pass32,772 miles (+2,414)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,772 miles
    Test number
    803539558042
    • NoteFront tyres low on inner edges

  33. Pass30,358 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,358 miles
    Test number
    731389457032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass27,375 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,375 miles
    Test number
    123389856094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T229 LEL

Does T229 LEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T229 LEL expired on 31 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T229 LEL?
The MOT on T229 LEL expired on 31 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T229 LEL done?
T229 LEL was recorded at 112,893 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025, an average of 4,384 miles a year.
Has T229 LEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T229 LEL has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T229 LEL 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 T229 LEL find?
T229 LEL passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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