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Alfa Romeo 156

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T378 GKNMOT history

T378 GKN is a red petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 104,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2023
Mileage
104,027 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,439 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T378 GKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T378 GKN was last recorded at 104,027 miles on 17 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,027 miles · 14 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,439 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 104,027 miles
  • 2020 – 104,016 miles
  • 2018 – 86,659 miles
  • 2017 – 84,332 miles
  • 2016 – 81,026 miles
  • 2015 – 77,744 miles
  • 2014 – 71,378 miles
  • 2013 – 69,888 miles
  • 2012 – 66,903 miles
  • 2011 – 64,258 miles
  • 2009 – 60,234 miles
  • 2008 – 55,762 miles
  • 2007 – 52,753 miles
  • 2006 – 49,427 miles
  • 2005 – 44,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,027 miles
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • All brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,027 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    104,027 miles
    Test number
    559200289114
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail104,027 miles (+11)3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,027 miles
    Test number
    563579027707
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail104,016 miles1 dangerous4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,016 miles
    Test number
    328933702351
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts ABS wiring (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working wipers not checked (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail104,016 miles (+17,357)1 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,016 miles
    Test number
    864457998880
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not tested (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass86,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    631578440165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,659 miles (+2,327)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    832975032878
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass84,332 miles (+3,306)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,332 miles
    Test number
    806619105743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,026 miles (+3,282)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    81,026 miles
    Test number
    616863747042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,744 miles (+6,366)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    928274235237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,378 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,378 miles
    Test number
    855090344233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,888 miles (+2,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,888 miles
    Test number
    948950123188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass66,903 miles (+2,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,903 miles
    Test number
    329145492065
    • 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)

  13. Pass64,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,258 miles
    Test number
    109854801192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,258 miles (+4,024)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,258 miles
    Test number
    126994601174
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass60,234 miles (+4,472)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,234 miles
    Test number
    291337129344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,762 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,762 miles
    Test number
    610596158139
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail55,762 miles (+3,009)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,762 miles
    Test number
    234844158452
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass52,753 miles (+3,326)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,753 miles
    Test number
    230331957135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,427 miles (+4,709)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,427 miles
    Test number
    203322636168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2006
    Odometer
    44,718 miles
    Test number
    293069235465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,718 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,718 miles
    Test number
    481009035190
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSticker on front screen may restrict drivers view

Questions about T378 GKN

Does T378 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T378 GKN expired on 16 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T378 GKN?
The MOT on T378 GKN expired on 16 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T378 GKN done?
T378 GKN was recorded at 104,027 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2022, an average of 3,439 miles a year.
Has T378 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T378 GKN has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T378 GKN 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 T378 GKN find?
T378 GKN passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2022 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 6 more.

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