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Alfa Romeo GTV

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 2,959 cc

V6 CUPMOT history

V6 CUP is a red petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 30 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 191,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2025
Mileage
191,744 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 CUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,959 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V6 CUP was last recorded at 191,744 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 1,576 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,168 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,576 miles
Average per year
7,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 191,744 miles
  • 2024 – 190,168 miles
  • 2023 – 187,067 miles
  • 2022 – 183,486 miles
  • 2021 – 179,860 miles
  • 2020 – 178,452 miles
  • 2019 – 171,272 miles
  • 2018 – 161,540 miles
  • 2017 – 153,306 miles
  • 2016 – 144,704 miles
  • 2015 – 131,066 miles
  • 2014 – 121,660 miles
  • 2013 – 106,520 miles
  • 2012 – 86,298 miles
  • 2011 – 70,515 miles
  • 2010 – 61,058 miles
  • 2008 – 59,023 miles
  • 2007 – 56,711 miles
  • 2006 – 49,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail191,744 miles
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front 2 back (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure rubber mountings split (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill back / jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded very corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill back / jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension looking very corroded
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs very corroded and worn
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded and becoming holed and bolts in subframe sheared off in bracings
  • AdvisoryGear box oil leak
  • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted to vehicle
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wings /shocker mounts under bonnet been welded
  • AdvisoryPlastic under trays slightly insecure

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch behind Macpherson strut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail191,744 miles (+1,576)11 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,744 miles
    Test number
    109039785006
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front 2 back (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rubber mountings split (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill back / jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded very corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill back / jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension looking very corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs very corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded and becoming holed and bolts in subframe sheared off in bracings
    • AdvisoryGear box oil leak
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wings /shocker mounts under bonnet been welded
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays slightly insecure

  2. Pass190,168 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    190,168 miles
    Test number
    341784554449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch behind Macpherson strut (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail190,167 miles (+3,100)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,167 miles
    Test number
    560131212935
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened Strut top (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch behind Macpherson strut (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass187,067 miles (+3,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    187,067 miles
    Test number
    659783300612
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass183,486 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    183,486 miles
    Test number
    137141802542
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper mount corroded/snapped
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component misting around rack (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail183,484 miles (+3,624)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,484 miles
    Test number
    838433205378
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Strut tower under bonnet holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Strut tower under bonnet holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 225 NS/ 215 OS (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper mount corroded/broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Damp around rack (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass179,860 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    179,860 miles
    Test number
    813225327018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded at front
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBack box to centre section joint corroded

  8. Fail179,837 miles (+1,385)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,837 miles
    Test number
    830717672854
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working fog light flashes instead (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded at front
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBack box to centre section joint corroded

  9. Pass178,452 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    178,452 miles
    Test number
    257407714289
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail178,452 miles (+7,180)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,452 miles
    Test number
    169079870652
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut top holed under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre low pressure

  11. Pass171,272 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    171,272 miles
    Test number
    436844342415
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top corroded but still solid (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail171,272 miles (+9,732)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,272 miles
    Test number
    983162676738
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top corroded but still solid (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass161,540 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    161,540 miles
    Test number
    562810858638
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail161,540 miles (+8,234)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,540 miles
    Test number
    195002487745
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass153,306 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    153,306 miles
    Test number
    772581026273
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail153,306 miles (+8,602)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,306 miles
    Test number
    126035539097
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass144,704 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    144,704 miles
    Test number
    340283853125
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  18. Fail144,704 miles (+13,638)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,704 miles
    Test number
    935773048839
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by grease inner face (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass131,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    131,066 miles
    Test number
    525131305258
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Fail131,066 miles (+9,406)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,066 miles
    Test number
    927438495182
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass121,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    121,660 miles
    Test number
    487055104246
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  22. Fail121,660 miles (+15,140)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,660 miles
    Test number
    375122804497
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass106,520 miles (+20,222)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    106,520 miles
    Test number
    309380013441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass86,298 miles (+15,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    86,298 miles
    Test number
    145557382480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass70,515 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,515 miles
    Test number
    119660591028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail70,336 miles (+9,278)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,336 miles
    Test number
    778923881043
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  27. Pass61,058 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    61,058 miles
    Test number
    471214860034
    • NoteEngine oil cooler pipes metal ferrules badly corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre scrubbed bald on inner edge
    • NoteRadiator in poor condition

  28. Fail61,058 miles (+2,035)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,058 miles
    Test number
    133042860434
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine oil cooler pipes metal ferrules badly corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre scrubbed bald on inner edge
    • NoteRadiator in poor condition

  29. Pass59,023 miles (+2,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    59,023 miles
    Test number
    284007518377
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass56,711 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    56,711 miles
    Test number
    753140417347
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBattery suspect faulty

  31. Fail56,711 miles (+7,002)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,711 miles
    Test number
    142790217386
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBattery suspect faulty

  32. Pass49,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,709 miles
    Test number
    111069876137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 CUP

Does V6 CUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V6 CUP expired on 29 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V6 CUP?
The MOT on V6 CUP expired on 29 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V6 CUP done?
V6 CUP was recorded at 191,744 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 7,361 miles a year.
Has V6 CUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 CUP has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V6 CUP 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 V6 CUP find?
V6 CUP failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 11 major defects and 11 advisories: brake pipe excessively corroded front 2 back; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 19 more.

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