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Alfa Romeo 156

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T485 KDPMOT history

T485 KDP is a red petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 114,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,292 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T485 KDP
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
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T485 KDP was last recorded at 114,292 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 2,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,633 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,659 miles
Average per year
1,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,292 miles
  • 2025 – 111,633 miles
  • 2024 – 106,753 miles
  • 2023 – 102,270 miles
  • 2022 – 95,435 miles
  • 2020 – 95,420 miles
  • 2007 – 94,497 miles
  • 2006 – 91,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,292 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front top strut nut loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,292 miles (+2,659)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,292 miles
    Test number
    361934936642
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  2. Pass111,633 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,633 miles
    Test number
    164536962284
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Buckled. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail111,632 miles (+4,879)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,632 miles
    Test number
    531123474875
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID/LED bulb fitted. (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID/LED bulb fitted. (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Buckled. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass106,753 miles (+34)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    399366923859
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut nut loose
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  5. Fail106,719 miles (+4,449)1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,719 miles
    Test number
    934066976570
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut nut loose
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  6. Pass102,270 miles (+6,835)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,270 miles
    Test number
    906372259908
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top strut mount nut loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  7. Pass95,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,435 miles
    Test number
    907983642000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,435 miles (+15)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,435 miles
    Test number
    817720446292
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working front and rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail95,420 miles (+923)5 dangerous14 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,420 miles
    Test number
    576791759750
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired both sides (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both worn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorRear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear door handle missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass94,497 miles (+3,295)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    94,497 miles
    Test number
    333002167094
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass91,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    91,202 miles
    Test number
    590893566078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T485 KDP

Does T485 KDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T485 KDP is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T485 KDP?
The MOT on T485 KDP is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T485 KDP done?
T485 KDP was recorded at 114,292 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 1,132 miles a year.
Has T485 KDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T485 KDP has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T485 KDP 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 T485 KDP find?
T485 KDP passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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