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Alfa Romeo GTV

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,000 cc

T56 BGXMOT history

T56 BGX is a red petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 147,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
147,177 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 BGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 BGX was last recorded at 147,177 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,100 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
5,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,177 miles
  • 2024 – 141,355 miles
  • 2023 – 139,495 miles
  • 2020 – 139,395 miles
  • 2019 – 138,404 miles
  • 2018 – 136,547 miles
  • 2017 – 132,228 miles
  • 2016 – 128,126 miles
  • 2015 – 118,400 miles
  • 2014 – 106,599 miles
  • 2013 – 94,111 miles
  • 2012 – 80,924 miles
  • 2011 – 69,388 miles
  • 2010 – 62,038 miles
  • 2009 – 53,015 miles
  • 2008 – 46,497 miles
  • 2007 – 44,660 miles
  • 2006 – 43,410 miles
  • 2005 – 40,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,177 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)

    Failure8 MOTs, 2005–2016

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,177 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,177 miles
    Test number
    713714171677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,100 miles (+5,745)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,100 miles
    Test number
    233152261366
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  3. Pass141,355 miles (+51)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,355 miles
    Test number
    128123042089
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail141,304 miles (+1,809)1 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,304 miles
    Test number
    256572683475
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass139,495 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,495 miles
    Test number
    893026602789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass139,395 miles (+991)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,395 miles
    Test number
    261824198283
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront sills have some corrosion

  7. Pass138,404 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,404 miles
    Test number
    379632018038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,396 miles (+1,849)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,396 miles
    Test number
    605047301277
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,547 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,547 miles
    Test number
    685815164927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,542 miles (+4,314)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,542 miles
    Test number
    816981142273
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass132,228 miles (+4,102)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    132,228 miles
    Test number
    897155866658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass128,126 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    128,126 miles
    Test number
    626246614779
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade starting to split.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust support rubber split.
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front track rod end.

  13. Fail128,125 miles1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,125 miles
    Test number
    604063453984
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer is cracked (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tread & wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOne rear box exhaust rubber split

  14. Fail128,125 miles (+9,725)10 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,125 miles
    Test number
    377074499484
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer is cracked (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tread & wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOne rear box exhaust rubber split

  15. Pass118,400 miles (+477)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    118,400 miles
    Test number
    582159614597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail117,923 miles (+11,324)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,923 miles
    Test number
    543126540123
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass106,599 miles (+99)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    106,599 miles
    Test number
    538234804384
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn to 3mm
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Fail106,500 miles (+220)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,500 miles
    Test number
    196068094214
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

  19. Fail106,280 miles (+12,169)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,280 miles
    Test number
    278021394280
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOuter Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

  20. Pass94,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,111 miles
    Test number
    318545693417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,111 miles (+13,187)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,111 miles
    Test number
    537235593208
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass80,924 miles (+767)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,924 miles
    Test number
    648593892251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,157 miles (+10,769)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,157 miles
    Test number
    477200582247
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • NoteBad cut in osr tyre

  24. Pass69,388 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    69,388 miles
    Test number
    769931281260
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f door not opening from inside
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has a slight tear

  25. Fail69,388 miles (+7,350)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,388 miles
    Test number
    929571281237
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f door not opening from inside
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has a slight tear

  26. Pass62,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,038 miles
    Test number
    443185370205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,038 miles (+9,023)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,038 miles
    Test number
    712298460261
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass53,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,015 miles
    Test number
    661912769270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail53,015 miles (+6,518)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,015 miles
    Test number
    172055459206
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass46,497 miles (+28)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    46,497 miles
    Test number
    683087178255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre side wall starting to crack

  31. Fail46,469 miles (+1,809)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,469 miles
    Test number
    120021778299
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre side wall starting to crack

  32. Pass44,660 miles (+1,250)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    44,660 miles
    Test number
    933418167255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass43,410 miles (+2,916)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,410 miles
    Test number
    634335266286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass40,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    40,494 miles
    Test number
    952400875259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail40,494 miles6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,494 miles
    Test number
    761144765223
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil contamination osf disc

Questions about T56 BGX

Does T56 BGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T56 BGX expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T56 BGX?
The MOT on T56 BGX expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T56 BGX done?
T56 BGX was recorded at 147,177 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 5,331 miles a year.
Has T56 BGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 BGX has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T56 BGX 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 T56 BGX find?
T56 BGX passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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