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Alfa Romeo 156

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 2,492 cc

X56 FNNMOT history

X56 FNN is a red petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 28 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2025 and it has passed 11 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2025
Mileage
124,772 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
11 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 FNN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X56 FNN was last recorded at 124,772 miles on 14 Jul 2025, 2,606 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,166 miles · 18 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
2,606 miles
Average per year
4,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,772 miles
  • 2024 – 122,166 miles
  • 2022 – 122,109 miles
  • 2017 – 122,060 miles
  • 2016 – 115,026 miles
  • 2015 – 108,837 miles
  • 2014 – 101,435 miles
  • 2013 – 95,666 miles
  • 2011 – 90,285 miles
  • 2010 – 84,404 miles
  • 2009 – 75,759 miles
  • 2008 – 61,710 miles
  • 2007 – 49,826 miles
  • 2006 – 46,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,772 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rears (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes badly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,772 miles (+2,606)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,772 miles
    Test number
    594938602143
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rears (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes badly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,166 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    122,166 miles
    Test number
    341114610434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,153 miles (+9)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,153 miles
    Test number
    762029279633
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail122,144 miles (+35)3 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,144 miles
    Test number
    768177628327
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill / floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail122,109 miles (+49)8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,109 miles
    Test number
    631755081039
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged hose adrift / insecure (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail122,060 miles (+7,034)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,060 miles
    Test number
    832115015101
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area front and rear (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area front and rear (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  7. Pass115,026 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,026 miles
    Test number
    967277632366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail115,026 miles (+6,189)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,026 miles
    Test number
    977923785872
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass108,837 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,837 miles
    Test number
    507334335137
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail108,828 miles (+7,393)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,828 miles
    Test number
    268018625473
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass101,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,435 miles
    Test number
    559146864086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,435 miles (+5,769)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,435 miles
    Test number
    195314664001
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass95,666 miles (+5,381)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,666 miles
    Test number
    769482093026
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre inner sidewall perishing

  14. Pass90,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    90,285 miles
    Test number
    899073711368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail90,285 miles (+5,881)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,285 miles
    Test number
    797543211331
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteO/s/f has slight play in steering rack

  16. Pass84,404 miles (+8,645)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    84,404 miles
    Test number
    800349640264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,759 miles (+14,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    75,759 miles
    Test number
    494767349267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass61,710 miles (+11,884)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,710 miles
    Test number
    930724618156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,826 miles (+3,802)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,826 miles
    Test number
    432161677047
    • NoteHandbrake outer cables starting to fray

  20. Fail46,024 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,024 miles
    Test number
    144967376407
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  21. Pass46,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,024 miles
    Test number
    781947176071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X56 FNN

Does X56 FNN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X56 FNN expired on 17 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X56 FNN?
The MOT on X56 FNN expired on 17 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X56 FNN done?
X56 FNN was recorded at 124,772 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2025, an average of 4,075 miles a year.
Has X56 FNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 FNN has failed 10 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X56 FNN 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 X56 FNN find?
X56 FNN failed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: front brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rears; service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; emissions unable to be completed, and 9 more.

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