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R239 CTM

1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

103,889 mi
Last recorded103,889 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv85,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 CTM
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelGtv
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 103,889 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 103,889 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 103,753 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 103,745 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/ floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/ floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 103,433 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 103,122 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 102,990 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 102,570 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 102,170 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 101,543 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 100,293 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 99,093 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 98,265 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 97,154 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 96,152 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 93,811 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 93,808 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 89,880 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 47,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 89,210 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 84,310 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 80,832 miles

brake warning light on

Pass 1 Apr 2009 76,130 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 76,126 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 73,553 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 70,176 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 62,950 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Gtv?

Based on 93,802 MOT tests across 7,495 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
3,408
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
7,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,796
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,014
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,172
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,047
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,770
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R239 CTM is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

Across all 1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 85,166 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Gtv fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 7,796 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R239 CTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Gtv typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Alfa Romeo Gtv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R239 CTM registered?

R239 CTM is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv, first registered on 20 March 1998.

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