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Alfa Romeo 156

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,747 cc

X774 BRDMOT history

X774 BRD is a red petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 19 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 139,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2023
Mileage
139,815 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2022
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X774 BRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,747 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X774 BRD was last recorded at 139,815 miles on 2 Aug 2022, 2,430 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,385 miles · 6 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,430 miles
Average per year
5,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,815 miles
  • 2021 – 137,385 miles
  • 2020 – 135,787 miles
  • 2019 – 128,786 miles
  • 2018 – 120,955 miles
  • 2017 – 112,027 miles
  • 2016 – 104,712 miles
  • 2015 – 95,642 miles
  • 2014 – 84,156 miles
  • 2013 – 80,571 miles
  • 2012 – 80,544 miles
  • 2011 – 78,861 miles
  • 2010 – 70,567 miles
  • 2009 – 63,703 miles
  • 2007 – 60,885 miles
  • 2006 – 51,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,815 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,815 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    139,815 miles
    Test number
    292743850086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail139,815 miles (+2,430)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,815 miles
    Test number
    421897458301
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass137,385 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,385 miles
    Test number
    341669573226
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced 40% n/w (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box leak (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail137,385 miles (+1,598)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,385 miles
    Test number
    349235889634
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced 40% n/w (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box leak (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass135,787 miles (+7,001)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    135,787 miles
    Test number
    471013356154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass128,786 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,786 miles
    Test number
    399977195182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail128,786 miles (+7,831)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,786 miles
    Test number
    613203646410
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass120,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,955 miles
    Test number
    646320378535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,951 miles (+8,924)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,951 miles
    Test number
    316881531039
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

  10. Pass112,027 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    112,027 miles
    Test number
    290347051030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,021 miles (+7,309)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,021 miles
    Test number
    431039301222
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass104,712 miles (+9,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,712 miles
    Test number
    614813850815
    • AdvisoryNearside floor corroding

  13. Pass95,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,642 miles
    Test number
    708820845196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,642 miles (+11,486)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,642 miles
    Test number
    358470245172
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass84,156 miles (+3,585)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,156 miles
    Test number
    638900454177
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass80,571 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,571 miles
    Test number
    766179823144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre floor pans corroded
    • NoteO/s headlamp lens faded

  17. Fail80,571 miles (+27)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,571 miles
    Test number
    136548923122
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre floor pans corroded
    • NoteO/s headlamp lens faded

  18. Fail80,544 miles (+1,683)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,544 miles
    Test number
    335946622307
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear brake discs
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear silencer.

  19. Fail78,861 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,861 miles
    Test number
    355102461230
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOs headlamp lens in poor condition. pattern poor.

  20. Pass78,861 miles (+8,294)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,861 miles
    Test number
    715912061253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOs headlamp lens in poor condition. pattern poor.

  21. Pass70,567 miles (+6,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    70,567 miles
    Test number
    170530960485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass63,703 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,703 miles
    Test number
    994888429021
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f fog damaged

  23. Fail63,703 miles (+2,818)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,703 miles
    Test number
    644668629074
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f fog damaged

  24. Pass60,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    60,885 miles
    Test number
    354470447048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,885 miles (+8,964)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,885 miles
    Test number
    153920947404
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteBoth o/s tyres V rated -- Both n/s tyres W rated.

  26. Fail51,921 miles2 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,921 miles
    Test number
    260483336003
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust pipe corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront wiper blades smear slightly
    • NotePlay in offside rear lower hub bush
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack offside

  27. Pass51,921 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    51,921 miles
    Test number
    490173636090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust pipe corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront wiper blades smear slightly
    • NotePlay in offside rear lower hub bush
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack offside

Questions about X774 BRD

Does X774 BRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X774 BRD expired on 5 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X774 BRD?
The MOT on X774 BRD expired on 5 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X774 BRD done?
X774 BRD was recorded at 139,815 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2022, an average of 5,328 miles a year.
Has X774 BRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X774 BRD has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on X774 BRD 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 X774 BRD find?
X774 BRD passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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