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Alfa Romeo GTV

Silver and Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 1,970 cc

X8 GTVMOT history

X8 GTV is a silver and grey petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 29 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2024
Mileage
96,650 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 GTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

X8 GTV was last recorded at 96,650 miles on 31 Aug 2024, 440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,210 miles · 5 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
440 miles
Average per year
3,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,650 miles
  • 2023 – 96,210 miles
  • 2022 – 93,007 miles
  • 2021 – 87,749 miles
  • 2019 – 84,640 miles
  • 2018 – 79,790 miles
  • 2017 – 76,096 miles
  • 2016 – 73,060 miles
  • 2015 – 69,306 miles
  • 2013 – 68,698 miles
  • 2012 – 61,007 miles
  • 2011 – 59,546 miles
  • 2010 – 51,996 miles
  • 2009 – 48,938 miles
  • 2008 – 45,633 miles
  • 2007 – 43,166 miles
  • 2006 – 32,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,650 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,650 miles (+440)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,650 miles
    Test number
    636205049700
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,210 miles
    Test number
    547524672480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail96,207 miles (+3,200)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,207 miles
    Test number
    655853590170
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,007 miles (+5,258)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,007 miles
    Test number
    620954009977
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,749 miles (+3,109)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,749 miles
    Test number
    582126255422
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,640 miles
    Test number
    664710897628
    • 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))

  7. Fail84,640 miles (+4,850)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,640 miles
    Test number
    834510993486
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split around outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged rubbing on wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass79,790 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,790 miles
    Test number
    842190918442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Fail79,790 miles (+3,694)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,790 miles
    Test number
    728786171157
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass76,096 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,096 miles
    Test number
    385465198654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on inner edges (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail76,096 miles (+3,036)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,096 miles
    Test number
    697967666677
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on inner edges (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass73,060 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,060 miles
    Test number
    838050095703
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail73,060 miles (+3,754)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,060 miles
    Test number
    258137879725
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass69,306 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    69,306 miles
    Test number
    111054806035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail69,306 miles (+608)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,306 miles
    Test number
    678548485104
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass68,698 miles (+7,691)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    68,698 miles
    Test number
    279864743394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,007 miles (+1,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    61,007 miles
    Test number
    336245522385
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass59,546 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,546 miles
    Test number
    979044851344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,545 miles (+5,618)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,545 miles
    Test number
    157113951360
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass53,927 miles (+1,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,927 miles
    Test number
    156959021099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass51,996 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,996 miles
    Test number
    550891650001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail51,981 miles (+3,043)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,981 miles
    Test number
    712187530077
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass48,938 miles (+3,305)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,938 miles
    Test number
    351358339071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass45,633 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    45,633 miles
    Test number
    204843338007
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear road springs
    • NoteLow effort from n/s parking brake
    • NoteLow tread on inner edge of both rear tyres
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lens damaged
    • NoteOnly 3mm of tread on centre of o/s/f tyre

  25. Fail45,633 miles (+2,467)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,633 miles
    Test number
    804043838011
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear road springs
    • NoteLow effort from n/s parking brake
    • NoteLow tread on inner edge of both rear tyres
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lens damaged
    • NoteOnly 3mm of tread on centre of o/s/f tyre

  26. Pass43,166 miles (+11,057)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,166 miles
    Test number
    180265217057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s indicator, does not self cansell

  27. Pass32,109 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,109 miles
    Test number
    252853616077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,105 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,105 miles
    Test number
    410292216023
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about X8 GTV

Does X8 GTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X8 GTV expired on 11 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X8 GTV?
The MOT on X8 GTV expired on 11 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X8 GTV done?
X8 GTV was recorded at 96,650 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2024, an average of 3,464 miles a year.
Has X8 GTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 GTV has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on X8 GTV 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 X8 GTV find?
X8 GTV failed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2024 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front brake hose excessively twisted, and 2 more.

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