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Alfa Romeo GTV

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,959 cc

T53 OBUMOT history

T53 OBU is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 138,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2026
Mileage
138,672 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2025
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 OBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,959 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 OBU was last recorded at 138,672 miles on 7 Feb 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,657 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
2,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,672 miles
  • 2024 – 136,578 miles
  • 2023 – 136,556 miles
  • 2022 – 136,292 miles
  • 2021 – 134,840 miles
  • 2020 – 131,240 miles
  • 2019 – 124,193 miles
  • 2017 – 121,250 miles
  • 2016 – 114,381 miles
  • 2015 – 106,733 miles
  • 2014 – 102,955 miles
  • 2013 – 100,720 miles
  • 2011 – 100,635 miles
  • 2009 – 100,626 miles
  • 2008 – 93,886 miles
  • 2006 – 88,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,672 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.

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

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,672 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    138,672 miles
    Test number
    981910325796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail138,657 miles (+2,079)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,657 miles
    Test number
    371778549221
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle undersealed preventing full inspection

  3. Pass136,578 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    136,578 miles
    Test number
    277572315443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail136,556 miles (+264)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,556 miles
    Test number
    379300511393
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySmall amount of play in both front drop links

  5. Pass136,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    136,292 miles
    Test number
    966637638202
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail136,292 miles (+1,452)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,292 miles
    Test number
    196591982446
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass134,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    134,840 miles
    Test number
    191857262823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail134,840 miles (+3,600)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,840 miles
    Test number
    881889404844
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,240 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,240 miles
    Test number
    774520844344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,082 miles (+6,889)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,082 miles
    Test number
    251767402749
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  11. Pass124,193 miles (+2,943)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,193 miles
    Test number
    352288397498
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs heavily corroded through standing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing badly on inner edge

  12. Pass121,250 miles (+6,869)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    121,250 miles
    Test number
    276275174748
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension low
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing badly on inner edge's

  13. Pass114,381 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    114,381 miles
    Test number
    376400225225
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  14. Fail114,380 miles (+7,647)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,380 miles
    Test number
    618601334253
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension retaining device missing Strut top mount bolt sheared off (2.5.A.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass106,733 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    106,733 miles
    Test number
    174521807043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,732 miles (+3,777)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,732 miles
    Test number
    685694417941
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass102,955 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    102,955 miles
    Test number
    437004264004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass100,720 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    100,720 miles
    Test number
    485018103053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail100,713 miles (+78)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,713 miles
    Test number
    336727103082
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  20. Pass100,635 miles (+9)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,635 miles
    Test number
    487337711216
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn and pitted
    • NoteUnderneath of vehicle corroded

  21. Fail100,626 miles (+6,740)5 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,626 miles
    Test number
    144036539496
    • DangerousHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  22. Pass93,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    93,886 miles
    Test number
    484912938033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail93,886 miles (+5,862)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,886 miles
    Test number
    781270438088
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass88,024 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    88,024 miles
    Test number
    383028726498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,022 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,022 miles
    Test number
    374606916213
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Fail88,022 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,022 miles
    Test number
    302336816208
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T53 OBU

Does T53 OBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T53 OBU expired on 6 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T53 OBU?
The MOT on T53 OBU expired on 6 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T53 OBU done?
T53 OBU was recorded at 138,672 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2025, an average of 2,736 miles a year.
Has T53 OBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 OBU has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T53 OBU 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 T53 OBU find?
T53 OBU passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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