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XYV 894T

1978 Alfa Romeo Gtv

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

80,268 mi
Last recorded80,268 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYV 894T
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelGtv
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2011 80,268 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Boot does not support its own weight

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Wipers not working on intermittant, ok on full speed

Pass 30 Jan 2010 78,589 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 74,532 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2008 70,424 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 63,197 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 31 Jan 2006 55,706 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2006 55,706 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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XYV 894T is a 1978 Alfa Romeo Gtv in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XYV 894T, 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 48 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 XYV 894T registered?

XYV 894T is a 1978 Alfa Romeo Gtv, first registered on 16 August 1978.

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