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Alfa Romeo 156

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,179 cc

V9 LFAMOT history

V9 LFA is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 15 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 125,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
125,373 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 LFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 LFA was last recorded at 125,373 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 1,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,982 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,391 miles
Average per year
5,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,373 miles
  • 2025 – 123,982 miles
  • 2024 – 122,675 miles
  • 2023 – 119,469 miles
  • 2022 – 113,489 miles
  • 2021 – 108,932 miles
  • 2020 – 107,652 miles
  • 2019 – 107,413 miles
  • 2018 – 106,670 miles
  • 2017 – 106,161 miles
  • 2016 – 105,016 miles
  • 2015 – 104,931 miles
  • 2014 – 99,970 miles
  • 2013 – 93,151 miles
  • 2012 – 81,739 miles
  • 2011 – 71,590 miles
  • 2010 – 60,653 miles
  • 2009 – 47,434 miles
  • 2008 – 37,284 miles
  • 2007 – 28,791 miles
  • 2006 – 21,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,373 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both brakes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,373 miles (+1,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    125,373 miles
    Test number
    240832072275
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass123,982 miles (+1,307)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    123,982 miles
    Test number
    944416596765
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass122,675 miles (+3,206)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,675 miles
    Test number
    566162467663
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Pass119,469 miles (+5,980)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    119,469 miles
    Test number
    468632875210
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Pass113,489 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,489 miles
    Test number
    648808887308
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both brakes (1.2.1 (e))
  6. Fail113,483 miles (+4,551)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,483 miles
    Test number
    850802562325
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both brakes (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass108,932 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    643795569813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,652 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,652 miles
    Test number
    698429649010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,413 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    107,413 miles
    Test number
    725487962404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,670 miles (+509)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,670 miles
    Test number
    247955518404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,161 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,161 miles
    Test number
    304638622956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,016 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    105,016 miles
    Test number
    740296408859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,931 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    104,931 miles
    Test number
    827529015188
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear brake disc rusted
  14. Fail104,929 miles (+4,959)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,929 miles
    Test number
    368244015160
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear brake disc rusted
  15. Pass99,970 miles (+6,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    99,970 miles
    Test number
    859545814018
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass93,151 miles (+11,412)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,151 miles
    Test number
    547354343013
    • NoteSlight corrosion starting on some brake pipes
  17. Pass81,739 miles (+10,149)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    81,739 miles
    Test number
    526465032083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,590 miles (+10,937)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    71,590 miles
    Test number
    398875731078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass60,653 miles (+13,219)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,653 miles
    Test number
    760036530006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,434 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,434 miles
    Test number
    724976929010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
  21. Fail47,433 miles (+10,149)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,433 miles
    Test number
    841896929080
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
  22. Pass37,284 miles (+8,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,284 miles
    Test number
    721131628038
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass28,791 miles (+7,406)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,791 miles
    Test number
    891897717074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    21,385 miles
    Test number
    471723516057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V9 LFA

Does V9 LFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 LFA is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 LFA?
The MOT on V9 LFA is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 LFA done?
V9 LFA was recorded at 125,373 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 5,076 miles a year.
Has V9 LFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 LFA has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on V9 LFA 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 V9 LFA find?
V9 LFA passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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