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Alfa Romeo GTV

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,959 cc

T865 LUJMOT history

T865 LUJ is a red petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 4 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 145,119 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2023
Mileage
145,119 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T865 LUJ
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
4 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T865 LUJ was last recorded at 145,119 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 2,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,510 miles · 6 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2,609 miles
Average per year
6,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 145,119 miles
  • 2022 – 142,510 miles
  • 2021 – 138,402 miles
  • 2020 – 132,116 miles
  • 2019 – 122,953 miles
  • 2018 – 114,718 miles
  • 2017 – 107,768 miles
  • 2016 – 100,458 miles
  • 2015 – 92,274 miles
  • 2014 – 83,155 miles
  • 2013 – 79,698 miles
  • 2012 – 75,664 miles
  • 2010 – 71,658 miles
  • 2009 – 68,363 miles
  • 2008 – 60,465 miles
  • 2007 – 53,141 miles
  • 2006 – 41,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,119 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind front shock inner body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind front shock inner body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • H/brake efficiency only just met

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • All tyres wearing inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,119 miles (+2,609)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,119 miles
    Test number
    123251633790
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind front shock inner body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind front shock inner body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,510 miles (+4,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    142,510 miles
    Test number
    424365674702
    • AdvisoryH/brake efficiency only just met

  3. Pass138,402 miles (+6,286)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    138,402 miles
    Test number
    531118376898
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryH/brake efficiency only just met

  4. Pass132,116 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    132,116 miles
    Test number
    369606704922
    • AdvisoryH/brake efficiency only just met

  5. Fail132,116 miles (+9,163)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,116 miles
    Test number
    739172886722
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryH/brake efficiency only just met

  6. Pass122,953 miles (+8,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    122,953 miles
    Test number
    589198484819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryH/brk efficiency only just met

  7. Pass114,718 miles (+6,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    114,718 miles
    Test number
    238467658618
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryH/brake efficiency only just met

  8. Pass107,768 miles (+7,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,768 miles
    Test number
    795229217286
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryH/brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisorySlight play in front drop links

  9. Pass100,458 miles (+483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,458 miles
    Test number
    281652662004
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing inner edges

  10. Fail99,975 miles (+7,701)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,975 miles
    Test number
    366373108478
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing inner edges

  11. Pass92,274 miles (+304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    92,274 miles
    Test number
    768307635012
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Fail91,970 miles (+8,815)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,970 miles
    Test number
    617090535024
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  13. Pass83,155 miles (+3,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    83,155 miles
    Test number
    636356434068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass79,698 miles (+4,034)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,698 miles
    Test number
    237782833045
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass75,664 miles (+66)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,664 miles
    Test number
    229439912443
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail75,598 miles (+1,034)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,598 miles
    Test number
    769366212136
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass74,564 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    74,564 miles
    Test number
    308347432079
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail74,564 miles (+2,906)15 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,564 miles
    Test number
    308284332087
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting. (4.2.B.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass71,658 miles (+3,295)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    71,658 miles
    Test number
    114950350383
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteHandbrake travel getting high
    • NoteRera no plate weathered

  20. Pass68,363 miles (+7,898)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    68,363 miles
    Test number
    783511859377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    60,465 miles
    Test number
    420181158462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail60,465 miles (+7,324)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,465 miles
    Test number
    452500358428
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass53,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,141 miles
    Test number
    823077097256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,141 miles (+11,267)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,141 miles
    Test number
    421687897202
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass41,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    41,874 miles
    Test number
    114387506379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,874 miles (+4,404)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,874 miles
    Test number
    424540206429
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass37,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,470 miles
    Test number
    962866696066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T865 LUJ

Does T865 LUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T865 LUJ expired on 5 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T865 LUJ?
The MOT on T865 LUJ expired on 5 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T865 LUJ done?
T865 LUJ was recorded at 145,119 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 6,033 miles a year.
Has T865 LUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T865 LUJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T865 LUJ 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 T865 LUJ find?
T865 LUJ failed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 2 major defects: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind front shock inner body; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind front shock inner body.

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