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Alfa Romeo GTV

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,959 cc

Y291 VEUMOT history

Y291 VEU is a black petrol Alfa Romeo GTV first used on 22 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 95,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
95,995 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 VEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,959 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y291 VEU was last recorded at 95,995 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,967 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
2,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,995 miles
  • 2024 – 95,485 miles
  • 2023 – 94,756 miles
  • 2022 – 94,416 miles
  • 2021 – 93,352 miles
  • 2020 – 92,380 miles
  • 2018 – 91,726 miles
  • 2017 – 89,242 miles
  • 2016 – 86,410 miles
  • 2015 – 84,345 miles
  • 2014 – 82,120 miles
  • 2013 – 75,264 miles
  • 2011 – 66,869 miles
  • 2010 – 63,079 miles
  • 2009 – 55,937 miles
  • 2007 – 44,626 miles
  • 2005 – 37,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,995 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,995 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    95,995 miles
    Test number
    417175462919
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail95,967 miles (+482)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,967 miles
    Test number
    460139498697
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,485 miles (+729)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    95,485 miles
    Test number
    105388497726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,756 miles (+340)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    94,756 miles
    Test number
    953982696504
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass94,416 miles (+1,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,416 miles
    Test number
    613023049138
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass93,352 miles (+972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,352 miles
    Test number
    593061300067
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass92,380 miles (+654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    92,380 miles
    Test number
    289301399738
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass91,726 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    91,726 miles
    Test number
    901696159444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail91,724 miles (+2,482)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,724 miles
    Test number
    725641750553
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass89,242 miles (+2,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,242 miles
    Test number
    642900568842
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear tyres mis-shaped at inner tread.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion taking place to vehicle underside to all metals.

  11. Pass86,410 miles (+2,065)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,410 miles
    Test number
    931196134285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,345 miles (+2,225)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,345 miles
    Test number
    276262905278
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres stepping on inner edges

  13. Pass82,120 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    277016294446
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to both front and rear subframe and suspension components
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  14. Fail82,120 miles (+6,856)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    438176694112
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to both front and rear subframe and suspension components
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  15. Pass75,264 miles (+227)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,264 miles
    Test number
    196685593462
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteHand Brake RBT: 18% Has just met the required limit.
    • NoteCorrosion on radiator support bracket
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

  16. Fail75,037 miles (+8,168)4 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,037 miles
    Test number
    637448883083
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion on radiator support bracket
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

  17. Pass66,869 miles (+3,790)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,869 miles
    Test number
    857484451192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,079 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,079 miles
    Test number
    294122610474
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail63,061 miles (+7,124)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    733490700144
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass55,937 miles (+41)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    55,937 miles
    Test number
    442047089088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth beam patterns slightly blurred
    • NoteFront discs rusty on inner edges

  21. Fail55,896 miles (+11,270)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,896 miles
    Test number
    253765489063
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth beam patterns slightly blurred
    • NoteFront discs rusty on inner edges

  22. Pass44,626 miles (+7,575)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,626 miles
    Test number
    123739677171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,051 miles
    Test number
    282542225321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y291 VEU

Does Y291 VEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y291 VEU is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y291 VEU?
The MOT on Y291 VEU is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y291 VEU done?
Y291 VEU was recorded at 95,995 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 2,856 miles a year.
Has Y291 VEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 VEU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y291 VEU 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 Y291 VEU find?
Y291 VEU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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