30TOM - ALFA ROMEO 156
MOT: ValidGB
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The Alfa Romeo 156, often referred to simply as the 156, is a compact executive car renowned for its Italian styling and engaging driving dynamics. Manufactured by Alfa Romeo between 1997 and 2006, this model marked a significant chapter in the brand’s history, showcasing a blend of sporty performance and elegant design. Known for its distinctive grille and sleek lines, the 156 was offered with a range of petrol and diesel engines, emphasising both power and efficiency. Its lightweight construction and precise handling made it a favourite among enthusiasts seeking a spirited driving experience. As a product of Alfa Romeo’s rich heritage, the 156 remains a notable example of Italian automotive craftsmanship and innovation from the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 22 MOT tests
The vehicle is an Alfa Romeo 156, registration 30TOM, manufactured in 2005 and first registered in July 2005. It has a silver exterior and a 1910cc diesel engine, with CO2 emissions of 157 g/km. The car is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted on 9 January 2025 and valid until 8 January 2026. It has recorded a mileage of 101,370 miles. The MOT included advisories for worn rear suspension arm pins or bushes, a minor oil leak, and slightly damaged rear tyres, none of which are deemed dangerous. Mechanical observations from the MOT indicate some wear in suspension components and minor oil leakage, but no immediate safety concerns.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
22
Passed Tests
18
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 09 January 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,370 mi
Expires: 08 January 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 19 December 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,884 mi
Expires: 20 December 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 21 December 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,463 mi
Expires: 20 December 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 09 December 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,321 mi
Expires: 08 December 2022
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 17 November 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 99,695 mi
Expires: 06 December 2021
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 07 December 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 98,986 mi
Expires: 06 December 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed - 20 June 2019 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 98,978 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge advise do not drive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- Major Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative wire loom damaged (4.1.5 (a))
- Major Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured bulbs (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front head lamp loose top attachment broken
- Advisory spare tyre low pressure
- Advisory Front brake discs corroded
- Advisory Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall slight damage no cords./ply exposed ,valve minor surface damage
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted and (offside rear minor) (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie-rod
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory all coil springs slight corroding
- Advisory Nearside Rear tyre wear inner slight surface cracking between tread.
- Advisory hand brake cables casings deteriorating
Passed - 25 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,536 mi
Expires: 28 June 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory 1)Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damage/tear, vavle perishing.(2)Offside front tyre bald inner edge.
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted buckle inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Advisory Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
Failed - 25 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,536 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory 1)Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damage/tear, vavle perishing.(2)Offside front tyre bald inner edge.
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted buckle inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Advisory Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
Passed - 20 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 91,811 mi
Expires: 28 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory 1)Nearside front wheel slight buckle.(2)Centre exhaust bracket broken may weld.(3)Rear coil springs corroding.
- Advisory Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed - 29 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,428 mi
Expires: 28 June 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory 1)Drivers washer jet partially blocked (2)Nearside front wheel slight buckle
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion/pitted (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Rear hand brake cables outer casing deteriorating
- Advisory Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 11 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,897 mi
Expires: 18 June 2016
Passed - 12 June 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,698 mi
Expires: 18 June 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 19 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,233 mi
Expires: 18 June 2014
Failed - 18 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,229 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 06 June 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,351 mi
Expires: 15 June 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 06 June 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,351 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 16 June 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,491 mi
Expires: 15 June 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 30 September 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,476 mi
Expires: 13 October 2011
Passed - 14 October 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,516 mi
Expires: 13 October 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 24 June 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,760 mi
Expires: 23 June 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 22 April 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,736 mi
Expires: 21 April 2009
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 30TOM?
The MOT expires on 08 January 2026.
What is the tax status of 30TOM?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 November 2025.
What are the specifications of 30TOM?
This is a 2005 ALFA ROMEO 156 in Silver. It runs on Diesel with a 1910cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 30TOM?
This vehicle produces 157 g/km of CO2 emissions.