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Alfa Romeo 156

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,970 cc

Y278 TJHMOT history

Y278 TJH is a silver petrol Alfa Romeo 156 first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 128,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2026
Mileage
128,256 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 TJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,970 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 TJH was last recorded at 128,256 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 2,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,615 miles · 11 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,641 miles
Average per year
3,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,256 miles
  • 2024 – 125,615 miles
  • 2023 – 122,388 miles
  • 2022 – 118,979 miles
  • 2021 – 115,241 miles
  • 2020 – 113,120 miles
  • 2019 – 111,179 miles
  • 2018 – 110,075 miles
  • 2017 – 107,854 miles
  • 2016 – 106,861 miles
  • 2015 – 106,752 miles
  • 2014 – 104,258 miles
  • 2013 – 98,748 miles
  • 2012 – 93,636 miles
  • 2011 – 86,451 miles
  • 2010 – 81,656 miles
  • 2009 – 76,704 miles
  • 2008 – 73,307 miles
  • 2007 – 68,134 miles
  • 2006 – 59,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,256 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust system degradedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFloor section and rear inner sills degraded/corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryParking brake cables degradedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,256 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    128,256 miles
    Test number
    457518150170
    • AdvisoryExhaust system degraded
    • AdvisoryFloor section and rear inner sills degraded/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake cables degraded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail128,254 miles (+2,639)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,254 miles
    Test number
    659295891385
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system degraded
    • AdvisoryFloor section and rear inner sills degraded/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake cables degraded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass125,615 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    125,615 miles
    Test number
    830774531053
    • AdvisoryExhaust system degraded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake cables degraded

  4. Fail125,613 miles (+3,225)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,613 miles
    Test number
    626350972152
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Hole in rear section of exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake cables degraded

  5. Pass122,388 miles (+3,409)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,388 miles
    Test number
    686499537593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,979 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,979 miles
    Test number
    557615867293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,241 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    115,241 miles
    Test number
    423473194069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,120 miles (+1,941)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    113,120 miles
    Test number
    867061449744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,179 miles
    Test number
    216046036369
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail111,179 miles (+1,104)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,179 miles
    Test number
    956994798763
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,075 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,075 miles
    Test number
    647754614109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,854 miles
    Test number
    500776993820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,854 miles (+993)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,854 miles
    Test number
    608203064498
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass106,861 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,861 miles
    Test number
    990099193120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,752 miles
    Test number
    608516832115
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail106,752 miles (+2,494)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,752 miles
    Test number
    543693613703
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

  17. Pass104,258 miles (+5,510)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    104,258 miles
    Test number
    887175024233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,748 miles (+104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    98,748 miles
    Test number
    545643903296
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail98,644 miles (+5,008)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,644 miles
    Test number
    325257993166
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass93,636 miles (+7,185)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,636 miles
    Test number
    868893522276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,451 miles (+4,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    86,451 miles
    Test number
    557712021260
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass81,656 miles (+4,952)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,656 miles
    Test number
    324458720492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,704 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,704 miles
    Test number
    874995719214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,307 miles (+5,173)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    73,307 miles
    Test number
    311502238498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,134 miles (+8,341)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    68,134 miles
    Test number
    611218617294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    59,793 miles
    Test number
    253019026475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail59,793 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,793 miles
    Test number
    304029926157
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y278 TJH

Does Y278 TJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 TJH expired on 30 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 TJH?
The MOT on Y278 TJH expired on 30 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 TJH done?
Y278 TJH was recorded at 128,256 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 3,535 miles a year.
Has Y278 TJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 TJH has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y278 TJH 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 Y278 TJH find?
Y278 TJH passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: exhaust system degraded; floor section and rear inner sills degraded/corroded; offside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 2 more.

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