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Alfa Romeo 156

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,492 cc

X78 ACDMOT history

X78 ACD is a blue petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 5 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 176,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2024
Mileage
176,685 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 ACD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 ACD was last recorded at 176,685 miles on 14 Apr 2023, 8,317 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,368 miles · 22 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
8,317 miles
Average per year
8,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,685 miles
  • 2022 – 168,368 miles
  • 2021 – 162,812 miles
  • 2020 – 160,637 miles
  • 2019 – 154,120 miles
  • 2017 – 154,043 miles
  • 2016 – 151,819 miles
  • 2015 – 130,908 miles
  • 2014 – 111,425 miles
  • 2013 – 92,110 miles
  • 2012 – 80,570 miles
  • 2011 – 71,277 miles
  • 2010 – 64,389 miles
  • 2009 – 56,703 miles
  • 2008 – 49,529 miles
  • 2007 – 44,514 miles
  • 2006 – 37,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,685 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,685 miles (+8,317)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    176,685 miles
    Test number
    858615691728
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass168,368 miles (+5,556)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    168,368 miles
    Test number
    816665294931
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass162,812 miles (+2,175)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    162,812 miles
    Test number
    814132535826
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass160,637 miles (+6,517)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    160,637 miles
    Test number
    795530596065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass154,120 miles (+77)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    154,120 miles
    Test number
    950434823419
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass154,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    154,043 miles
    Test number
    192930369851
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads starting to wear low
    • AdvisoryPlay in Nearside front upper suspension arm bushes

  7. Fail154,043 miles (+2,224)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,043 miles
    Test number
    212283518259
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads starting to wear low
    • AdvisoryPlay in Nearside front upper suspension arm bushes

  8. Pass151,819 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    151,819 miles
    Test number
    683488644425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Fail151,810 miles (+20,902)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,810 miles
    Test number
    233651648592
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  10. Fail130,908 miles2 repaired9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,908 miles
    Test number
    278059705027
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant level below minimum

  11. Pass130,908 miles (+19,483)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    130,908 miles
    Test number
    746919505073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant level below minimum

  12. Pass111,425 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    111,425 miles
    Test number
    608284114080
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Fail111,420 miles (+19,310)7 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,420 miles
    Test number
    929503014045
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEML showing on dash

  14. Pass92,110 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,110 miles
    Test number
    576641213007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail92,106 miles (+11,536)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,106 miles
    Test number
    968559803010
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass80,570 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,570 miles
    Test number
    669230512073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail80,565 miles (+9,288)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,565 miles
    Test number
    429299102044
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass71,277 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,277 miles
    Test number
    948300721013
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail71,211 miles (+6,822)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,211 miles
    Test number
    747683811081
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass64,389 miles (+7,686)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,389 miles
    Test number
    354525710079
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass56,703 miles (+7,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,703 miles
    Test number
    950659509095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass49,529 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,529 miles
    Test number
    334244018063
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteO/s wiper starting to split

  23. Fail49,524 miles (+5,010)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,524 miles
    Test number
    961384218093
    • FailureNearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteO/s wiper starting to split

  24. Pass44,514 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,514 miles
    Test number
    271706317002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLong travel on foot brake

  25. Fail44,514 miles (+6,933)1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,514 miles
    Test number
    460026517061
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLong travel on foot brake

  26. Pass37,581 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,581 miles
    Test number
    532731416002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSmall chips on windscreen †

Questions about X78 ACD

Does X78 ACD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X78 ACD expired on 13 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X78 ACD?
The MOT on X78 ACD expired on 13 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X78 ACD done?
X78 ACD was recorded at 176,685 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2023, an average of 8,062 miles a year.
Has X78 ACD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 ACD has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on X78 ACD 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 X78 ACD find?
X78 ACD passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2023 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 5 more.

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