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Alfa Romeo 156

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,492 cc

Y261 AOOMOT history

Y261 AOO is a black petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 25 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 142,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2025
Mileage
142,445 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 AOO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 AOO was last recorded at 142,445 miles on 21 Aug 2024, 2,325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,120 miles · 23 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2,325 miles
Average per year
5,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,445 miles
  • 2023 – 140,120 miles
  • 2022 – 139,263 miles
  • 2020 – 139,237 miles
  • 2019 – 132,253 miles
  • 2018 – 122,752 miles
  • 2017 – 121,245 miles
  • 2016 – 119,766 miles
  • 2015 – 117,610 miles
  • 2014 – 115,566 miles
  • 2013 – 110,477 miles
  • 2012 – 105,995 miles
  • 2010 – 93,245 miles
  • 2009 – 75,085 miles
  • 2008 – 56,965 miles
  • 2007 – 48,790 miles
  • 2006 – 37,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,445 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside 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 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,445 miles (+2,325)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    142,445 miles
    Test number
    264519724297
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,120 miles (+857)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,120 miles
    Test number
    327861884544
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside floor corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose and corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel long

  3. Pass139,263 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    139,263 miles
    Test number
    444687385412
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  4. Fail139,262 miles (+25)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,262 miles
    Test number
    233917257915
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  5. Pass139,237 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    139,237 miles
    Test number
    713293252389
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXY PIPE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail139,235 miles (+6,982)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,235 miles
    Test number
    637309577173
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working.

  7. Pass132,253 miles (+9,501)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    132,253 miles
    Test number
    391368715528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,752 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,752 miles
    Test number
    906761901982
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail122,748 miles (+131)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,748 miles
    Test number
    554173613311
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail122,617 miles (+1,372)6 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,617 miles
    Test number
    179252798967
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndertray damaged

  11. Pass121,245 miles (+1,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    121,245 miles
    Test number
    915872309114
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass119,766 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    119,766 miles
    Test number
    768324704197
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition.

  13. Fail119,766 miles (+2,156)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,766 miles
    Test number
    857967757548
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition.

  14. Pass117,610 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    117,610 miles
    Test number
    637317255016
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust rubbers broken

  15. Fail117,610 miles (+2,044)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,610 miles
    Test number
    197187055452
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust rubbers broken

  16. Pass115,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    115,566 miles
    Test number
    306505584039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail115,566 miles (+5,089)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,566 miles
    Test number
    587709274032
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r brake caliper and surrounding area damp but not obviously leaking.

  18. Pass110,477 miles (+4,482)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    110,477 miles
    Test number
    777045663065
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass105,995 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    105,995 miles
    Test number
    196842252056
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail105,990 miles (+12,745)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,990 miles
    Test number
    709198442028
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass93,245 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    93,245 miles
    Test number
    794653010388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail93,193 miles (+4,212)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,193 miles
    Test number
    974078200373
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass88,981 miles (+13,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    88,981 miles
    Test number
    580058590169
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass75,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,085 miles
    Test number
    901981519203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,085 miles (+18,120)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,085 miles
    Test number
    661886409237
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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 Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear wiper splitting

  26. Pass56,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,965 miles
    Test number
    390082998141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,965 miles (+8,175)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,965 miles
    Test number
    653042298155
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass48,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    930157687143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail48,790 miles (+10,953)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    260154587172
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  30. Pass37,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    37,837 miles
    Test number
    263351596110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 AOO

Does Y261 AOO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 AOO expired on 22 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 AOO?
The MOT on Y261 AOO expired on 22 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 AOO done?
Y261 AOO was recorded at 142,445 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2024, an average of 5,774 miles a year.
Has Y261 AOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 AOO has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y261 AOO 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 Y261 AOO find?
Y261 AOO passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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