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Alfa Romeo GTV

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,959 cc

T398 VFLMOT history

T398 VFL is a red petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 2 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 151,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2023
Mileage
151,679 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T398 VFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,959 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T398 VFL was last recorded at 151,679 miles on 11 Mar 2022, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,669 miles · 7 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,679 miles
  • 2018 – 140,228 miles
  • 2017 – 127,327 miles
  • 2016 – 119,156 miles
  • 2014 – 115,620 miles
  • 2013 – 113,398 miles
  • 2011 – 113,391 miles
  • 2010 – 107,099 miles
  • 2009 – 101,153 miles
  • 2008 – 96,494 miles
  • 2007 – 91,502 miles
  • 2006 – 86,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,679 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Front Brake sensor insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,679 miles (+10)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,679 miles
    Test number
    382741863165
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail151,669 miles (+19)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,669 miles
    Test number
    454946650960
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail151,650 miles (+11,422)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,650 miles
    Test number
    991233385962
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass140,228 miles (+12,901)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    140,228 miles
    Test number
    749103670434
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake sensor insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  5. Pass127,327 miles (+8,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    127,327 miles
    Test number
    920434571331
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake sensor insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both (2.4.C.3c)

  6. Pass119,156 miles (+3,536)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,156 miles
    Test number
    188350563212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,620 miles (+2,222)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    267750264203
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  8. Pass113,398 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,398 miles
    Test number
    776698743201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,396 miles (+5)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,396 miles
    Test number
    397586643450
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated 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)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteMissfire on tick over

  10. Pass113,391 miles (+6,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    113,391 miles
    Test number
    759134171196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass107,099 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    107,099 miles
    Test number
    210108660497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,153 miles (+4,659)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    101,153 miles
    Test number
    970684579180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass96,494 miles (+4,992)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    96,494 miles
    Test number
    644847678169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,502 miles (+5,312)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    91,502 miles
    Test number
    112389077169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,190 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    86,190 miles
    Test number
    290594176166
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded

Questions about T398 VFL

Does T398 VFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T398 VFL expired on 10 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T398 VFL?
The MOT on T398 VFL expired on 10 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T398 VFL done?
T398 VFL was recorded at 151,679 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2022, an average of 4,167 miles a year.
Has T398 VFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T398 VFL has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T398 VFL 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 T398 VFL find?
T398 VFL passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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