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Alfa Romeo 156

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

X796 BRDMOT history

X796 BRD is a red petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 15 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 170,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2024
Mileage
170,292 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X796 BRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X796 BRD was last recorded at 170,292 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,129 miles · 25 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
163 miles
Average per year
3,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,292 miles
  • 2023 – 170,129 miles
  • 2022 – 168,630 miles
  • 2021 – 167,129 miles
  • 2020 – 166,550 miles
  • 2019 – 164,524 miles
  • 2018 – 160,303 miles
  • 2017 – 154,691 miles
  • 2015 – 150,307 miles
  • 2014 – 145,034 miles
  • 2013 – 139,815 miles
  • 2012 – 132,734 miles
  • 2011 – 123,480 miles
  • 2010 – 117,555 miles
  • 2009 – 117,525 miles
  • 2008 – 112,000 miles
  • 2007 – 105,034 miles
  • 2006 – 99,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail170,292 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to excessive engine noise (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure Centre exhaust rubbers snapped (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both discs warped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Inner tyre wearing inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail170,292 miles (+163)3 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,292 miles
    Test number
    612272540267
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to excessive engine noise (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Centre exhaust rubbers snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both discs warped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Pass170,129 miles (+1,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    170,129 miles
    Test number
    116070391699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  3. Pass168,630 miles (+1,501)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    168,630 miles
    Test number
    673425382271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass167,129 miles (+579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    167,129 miles
    Test number
    582387366002
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass166,550 miles (+2,026)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    166,550 miles
    Test number
    560647344869
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 205/55/16 91W (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass164,524 miles (+151)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    164,524 miles
    Test number
    728074078522
    • 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 205/55/16 91V 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  7. Fail164,373 miles (+4,070)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,373 miles
    Test number
    781112924553
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached centre camber bolt not tight (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) movement up and down in the rack also get a clunk when turning (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing heavily inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer side wall perished 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass160,303 miles (+5,612)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    160,303 miles
    Test number
    561706926215
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has a screw in tread not repairable
    • AdvisoryOffside Front has a slight clunk
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' cracked straight line (8.3.1d)
  9. Pass154,691 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    154,691 miles
    Test number
    783090048845
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre wearing inner edge
  10. Fail154,594 miles (+4,287)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,594 miles
    Test number
    244194579133
    • FailureInner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play drumstick (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall has a split (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre wearing inner edge
  11. Pass150,307 miles (+352)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    150,307 miles
    Test number
    293558888127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail149,955 miles (+4,523)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,955 miles
    Test number
    121432738142
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps excessively deteriorated so that they are not visible from a reasonable distance side light (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension as slight knock on uneven ground
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc over heated discoloured
    • AdvisoryOil leak lower engine
  13. Pass145,432 miles (+398)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    145,432 miles
    Test number
    116368905085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail145,034 miles (+5,219)1 dangerous6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,034 miles
    Test number
    977417934348
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc and pad discolour due to getting hot
  15. Pass139,815 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    139,815 miles
    Test number
    487935133254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail139,808 miles (+52)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,808 miles
    Test number
    509424733249
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail139,756 miles (+7,022)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,756 miles
    Test number
    485284813289
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass132,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    132,734 miles
    Test number
    265903732210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail132,734 miles (+9,254)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,734 miles
    Test number
    476637922282
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass123,480 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    123,480 miles
    Test number
    896680031296
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear lower trailing link bushes in poor condition,front brake discs in poor condition
  21. Fail123,480 miles (+5,925)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,480 miles
    Test number
    376579621222
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear lower trailing link bushes in poor condition,front brake discs in poor condition
  22. Pass117,555 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    117,555 miles
    Test number
    841759300236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  23. Pass117,525 miles (+5,525)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    117,525 miles
    Test number
    450287729222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass112,000 miles11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    112,000 miles
    Test number
    360139248480
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteMangmen light stey on all timse
  25. Fail112,000 miles (+6,966)6 failures2 repaired14 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,000 miles
    Test number
    491339048212
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteMangmen light stey on all timse
  26. Pass105,034 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    105,034 miles
    Test number
    672971347259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail104,995 miles (+5,367)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,995 miles
    Test number
    624746837292
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn †o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge †both rear tyres worn on inner edges
  28. Pass99,628 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    99,628 miles
    Test number
    303184336474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail99,624 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,624 miles
    Test number
    212018126287
    • FailureCentre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about X796 BRD

Does X796 BRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X796 BRD expired on 26 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X796 BRD?
The MOT on X796 BRD expired on 26 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X796 BRD done?
X796 BRD was recorded at 170,292 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 3,521 miles a year.
Has X796 BRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X796 BRD has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X796 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 X796 BRD find?
X796 BRD failed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 7 more.

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