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Alfa Romeo 156

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,492 cc

Y262 DGKMOT history

Y262 DGK is a red petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 88,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
88,803 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y262 DGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y262 DGK was last recorded at 88,803 miles on 23 May 2026, 3,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,570 miles · 26 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,233 miles
Average per year
3,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,803 miles
  • 2025 – 85,570 miles
  • 2024 – 83,917 miles
  • 2023 – 83,101 miles
  • 2022 – 82,014 miles
  • 2021 – 79,807 miles
  • 2019 – 79,495 miles
  • 2018 – 77,402 miles
  • 2016 – 74,032 miles
  • 2015 – 66,654 miles
  • 2014 – 60,390 miles
  • 2013 – 54,561 miles
  • 2012 – 50,034 miles
  • 2011 – 43,499 miles
  • 2010 – 38,316 miles
  • 2009 – 33,558 miles
  • 2008 – 30,182 miles
  • 2007 – 26,868 miles
  • 2006 – 23,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,803 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Central Front Flexi exhaust section in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside floor rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Slight play nearside front upper suspension arm bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,803 miles (+3,233)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    88,803 miles
    Test number
    290323596786
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil 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 Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,570 miles (+1,653)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    85,570 miles
    Test number
    464912726676
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Flexi exhaust section in poor condition
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box strong advice (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,917 miles (+816)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    83,917 miles
    Test number
    678201955634
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Flexi exhaust section in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine / gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,101 miles (+1,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,101 miles
    Test number
    189122717202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,014 miles (+2,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,014 miles
    Test number
    458856448149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm outer bush on hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,807 miles (+312)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    79,807 miles
    Test number
    282038529069
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under side has been under sealed

  7. Pass79,495 miles (+2,093)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,495 miles
    Test number
    631605710173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,402 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    77,402 miles
    Test number
    432236248653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,384 miles (+3,352)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,384 miles
    Test number
    335145608621
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under bumper (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported both front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass74,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,032 miles
    Test number
    310667605125
    • AdvisoryOffside floor rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside front upper suspension arm bushes

  11. Fail74,032 miles (+7,378)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,032 miles
    Test number
    289228829246
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside floor rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside front upper suspension arm bushes

  12. Pass66,654 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    167327515122
    • NoteFront floors rusty

  13. Fail66,654 miles (+6,264)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    877937815191
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront floors rusty

  14. Pass60,390 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,390 miles
    Test number
    126212014199
    • NoteFront floors rusty

  15. Fail60,390 miles (+5,829)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,390 miles
    Test number
    826972814159
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteFront floors rusty

  16. Pass54,561 miles (+4,527)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,561 miles
    Test number
    278105613168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside floor rusty

  17. Pass50,034 miles (+6,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,034 miles
    Test number
    239053322494
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass43,499 miles (+5,183)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,499 miles
    Test number
    166026021152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,316 miles (+4,758)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,316 miles
    Test number
    402336400127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,558 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,558 miles
    Test number
    471796009140
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail33,558 miles (+3,376)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,558 miles
    Test number
    741096509119
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass30,182 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,182 miles
    Test number
    280163918424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Fail30,182 miles (+3,314)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,182 miles
    Test number
    651553918102
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass26,868 miles (+3,727)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,868 miles
    Test number
    281703817133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,141 miles
    Test number
    260030036420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,141 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,141 miles
    Test number
    201030236100
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about Y262 DGK

Does Y262 DGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y262 DGK is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y262 DGK?
The MOT on Y262 DGK is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y262 DGK done?
Y262 DGK was recorded at 88,803 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 3,277 miles a year.
Has Y262 DGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y262 DGK has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on Y262 DGK 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 Y262 DGK find?
Y262 DGK passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front coil spring corroded both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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