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R609 BJN

1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv

Silver Petrol 2959cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,481 mi
Last recorded159,481 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv85,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 BJN
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelGtv
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 159,481 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 155,609 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 153,345 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 151,942 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 149,598 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 30 Jan 2012 149,575 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 136,397 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 136,297 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 116,149 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 116,143 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 98,111 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 92,408 miles

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

nearside rear track control arm outer bush slight wear

Pass 5 Apr 2007 78,513 miles

n/s and o/s rear bump stops have become detatched.

Fail 5 Apr 2007 78,513 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s and o/s rear bump stops have become detatched.

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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R609 BJN is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv in Silver with a 2,959cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R609 BJN, 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 R609 BJN registered?

R609 BJN is a 1998 Alfa Romeo Gtv, first registered on 5 June 1998.

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