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Alfa Romeo GTV

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,970 cc

T500 GTVMOT history

T500 GTV is a red petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 16 Jun 2000. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2017 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 129,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2017
Mileage
129,008 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 GTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
16 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2017
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T500 GTV was last recorded at 129,008 miles on 12 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,000 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,008 miles
  • 2016 – 128,382 miles
  • 2014 – 126,696 miles
  • 2013 – 125,230 miles
  • 2012 – 120,173 miles
  • 2011 – 116,777 miles
  • 2010 – 112,762 miles
  • 2009 – 112,650 miles
  • 2008 – 104,493 miles
  • 2007 – 96,146 miles
  • 2006 – 85,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,008 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,008 miles (+8)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,008 miles
    Test number
    784002985924
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail129,000 miles (+618)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,000 miles
    Test number
    530412101274
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass128,382 miles (+1,686)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    128,382 miles
    Test number
    207866568190
    • AdvisoryFuel line slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  4. Pass126,696 miles (+17)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    126,696 miles
    Test number
    785862584120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
  5. Fail126,679 miles (+1,449)3 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,679 miles
    Test number
    318273564159
    • DangerousAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
  6. Pass125,230 miles (+224)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    125,230 miles
    Test number
    805329123184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion under vehicle.
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
  7. Fail125,006 miles (+4,833)1 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,006 miles
    Test number
    666967223159
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion under vehicle.
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
  8. Pass120,173 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    120,173 miles
    Test number
    747551912120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,155 miles (+3,378)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,155 miles
    Test number
    697941702155
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  10. Pass116,777 miles (+185)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    116,777 miles
    Test number
    437666591016
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOne exhaust mount missing but supported
  11. Fail116,592 miles (+3,830)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,592 miles
    Test number
    608513881060
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOne exhaust mount missing but supported
  12. Pass112,762 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    112,762 miles
    Test number
    924994760033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,650 miles (+8,157)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    670060399037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    104,493 miles
    Test number
    992646358190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,493 miles (+8,347)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,493 miles
    Test number
    240465658167
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on inner edges
  16. Pass96,146 miles (+10,583)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    96,146 miles
    Test number
    264193057458
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass85,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    890964056151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,563 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    631990256191
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Questions about T500 GTV

Does T500 GTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T500 GTV expired on 28 Jan 2017, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T500 GTV?
The MOT on T500 GTV expired on 28 Jan 2017. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T500 GTV done?
T500 GTV was recorded at 129,008 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 2,178 miles a year.
Has T500 GTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 GTV has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 GTV 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 T500 GTV find?
T500 GTV failed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 5 major defects: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front wheel bearing has excessive play; nearside headlamp aim too high, and 2 more.

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