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Alfa Romeo GTV

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,959 cc

T888 GTVMOT history

T888 GTV is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2019 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 137,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2019
Mileage
137,017 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 GTV
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2019
Latest MOT test
14 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T888 GTV was last recorded at 137,017 miles on 14 May 2025, 2,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,576 miles · 17 May 2018
Between the last two tests
2,441 miles
Average per year
4,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,017 miles
  • 2018 – 134,576 miles
  • 2016 – 125,767 miles
  • 2015 – 113,146 miles
  • 2014 – 103,231 miles
  • 2013 – 84,050 miles
  • 2012 – 70,427 miles
  • 2011 – 67,286 miles
  • 2010 – 58,294 miles
  • 2009 – 51,627 miles
  • 2007 – 48,838 miles
  • 2006 – 46,523 miles
  • 2005 – 44,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,017 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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.

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Front both tyres wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    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, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,017 miles (+2,441)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,017 miles
    Test number
    658166884554
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass134,576 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,576 miles
    Test number
    319377112503
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on inner edge

  3. Fail134,505 miles (+8,738)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,505 miles
    Test number
    784636844369
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on inner edge

  4. Pass125,767 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,767 miles
    Test number
    907799428519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  5. Fail125,762 miles (+12,616)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,762 miles
    Test number
    607395773889
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  6. Pass113,146 miles (+9,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    113,146 miles
    Test number
    901873607366
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front tyres worn on inner edges

  7. Pass103,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    103,231 miles
    Test number
    966431704370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,227 miles (+19,177)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,227 miles
    Test number
    825821204341
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass84,050 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,050 miles
    Test number
    875815483247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,035 miles (+13,608)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,035 miles
    Test number
    389893683287
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  11. Pass70,427 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,427 miles
    Test number
    319468772232
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Fail70,427 miles (+3,141)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,427 miles
    Test number
    836808572223
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass67,286 miles (+8,992)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,286 miles
    Test number
    815612961003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass58,294 miles (+6,667)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,294 miles
    Test number
    654290270081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,627 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,627 miles
    Test number
    232470279053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops insecure.

  16. Fail51,625 miles (+2,787)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,625 miles
    Test number
    761099459093
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops insecure.

  17. Pass48,838 miles (+2,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,838 miles
    Test number
    182807427311
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass46,523 miles (+2,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,523 miles
    Test number
    112562786226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  19. Pass44,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    44,356 miles
    Test number
    822179395127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T888 GTV

Does T888 GTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T888 GTV expired on 16 May 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T888 GTV?
The MOT on T888 GTV expired on 16 May 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T888 GTV done?
T888 GTV was recorded at 137,017 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2025, an average of 4,675 miles a year.
Has T888 GTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 GTV has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T888 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 T888 GTV find?
T888 GTV failed its latest MOT on 14 May 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; offside front position lamp not working; offside rear position lamp not working, and 8 more.

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