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Alfa Romeo 166

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,959 cc

T921 JCFMOT history

T921 JCF is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo 166 first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2019 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 118,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2019
Mileage
118,045 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2022
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T921 JCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
166
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,959 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2019
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T921 JCF was last recorded at 118,045 miles on 4 Nov 2022, 1,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2018.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Nov 2014: 55,656 miles, lower than 92,650 miles on 21 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
116,640 miles · 5 Nov 2018
Between the last two tests
1,405 miles
Average per year
2,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 118,045 miles
  • 2018 – 116,640 miles
  • 2016 – 116,569 miles
  • 2015 – 101,881 miles
  • 2014 – 55,656 miles
  • 2013 – 92,650 miles
  • 2012 – 83,783 miles
  • 2008 – 83,097 miles
  • 2007 – 78,720 miles
  • 2005 – 75,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,045 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • 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, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,045 miles (+1,405)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,045 miles
    Test number
    382490642921
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass116,640 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    116,640 miles
    Test number
    441957039998
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Near Side & Off Side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail116,640 miles (+71)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,640 miles
    Test number
    152000581406
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Near Side & Off Side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail116,569 miles (+14,688)1 dangerous10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,569 miles
    Test number
    939257367609
    • DangerousOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported center (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass101,881 miles (+46,225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,881 miles
    Test number
    946539966898
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin ALL (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass55,656 miles (-36,994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,656 miles
    Test number
    907899624318
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass92,650 miles (+61)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    92,650 miles
    Test number
    118982673126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail92,589 miles (+8,806)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,589 miles
    Test number
    226938563426
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass83,783 miles (+686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,783 miles
    Test number
    649286962136
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass83,097 miles (+205)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    83,097 miles
    Test number
    600982568125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,892 miles (+4,172)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,892 miles
    Test number
    634839048119
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass78,720 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    78,720 miles
    Test number
    630752257171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,618 miles (+3,442)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    453778727161
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass75,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    75,176 miles
    Test number
    313233645219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T921 JCF

Does T921 JCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T921 JCF expired on 4 Nov 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T921 JCF?
The MOT on T921 JCF expired on 4 Nov 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T921 JCF done?
T921 JCF was recorded at 118,045 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2022, an average of 2,496 miles a year.
Has T921 JCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T921 JCF has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T921 JCF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T921 JCF find?
T921 JCF failed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2022 with 3 major defects and 3 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front position lamp not working; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 3 more.

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