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SH53 TWM

2003 Alfa Romeo Gtv

Grey Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

93,352 mi
Last recorded93,352 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Alfa Romeo Gtv66,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 TWM
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelGtv
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 93,352 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 83,159 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 77,583 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 77,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 69,296 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 69,296 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 60,159 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 56,186 miles

Both rear suspension bump stops inscure

Corrosion on all brake pipe ends were they go into flexi hoses

Rear brake discs pitted

Windscreen damaged

Fail 14 Dec 2011 56,186 miles

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Both rear suspension bump stops inscure

Corrosion on all brake pipe ends were they go into flexi hoses

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 discs pitted

Windscreen damaged

Fail 15 Nov 2010 55,661 miles

Both rear suspension bump stops inscecure

N/S/R brake pad anti-rattle spring incorrectly fitted

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 55,661 miles

Both rear suspension bump stops inscecure

N/S/R brake pad anti-rattle spring incorrectly fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2009 53,250 miles

nearside rear offside rear rebound rubbers broken

Pass 14 Oct 2008 49,277 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 43,914 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 43,898 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 32,167 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 32,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SH53 TWM is a 2003 Alfa Romeo Gtv in Grey with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2003 Alfa Romeo Gtv models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 66,844 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SH53 TWM, 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 23 years old, this Alfa Romeo Gtv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SH53 TWM is a 2003 Alfa Romeo Gtv, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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