2009 Alfa Romeo Gt — MOT failures & pass rate
926 MOT tests on the 2009 Alfa Romeo Gt are in this dataset, and 70.8% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (25.2% fail rate), the 2009 Gt comes out 4.0pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (15.1%) and suspension (14.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, headlamp aim and washers — pins and bushes alone was recorded 90 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2009 Gt fails 27.4% of the time in the 30-60k band and 27.4% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.0 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 35.6% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.1% | 140 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.8% | 137 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.9% | 82 |
| 4 | Visibility | 8.1% | 75 |
| 5 | Brakes | 8.0% | 74 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.7% | 62 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 90 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 82 |
| 3 | Washers | 71 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 52 |
| 5 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 49 |
| 6 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 44 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 35.6% | 330 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.3% | 253 |
| 3 | Brakes | 24.4% | 226 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.7% | 173 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 9.0% | 83 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 7.6% | 70 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 84 | 27.4% |
| 60-90k | 313 | 27.5% |
| 90-120k | 305 | 31.1% |
| 120-150k | 157 | 30.6% |
| 150k+ | 62 | 27.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 636 | 30.0% |
| Petrol | 290 | 27.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 245 | 30.2% |
| 2022 | 220 | 24.6% |
| 2023 | 189 | 31.2% |
| 2024 | 140 | 30.7% |
| 2025 | 132 | 30.3% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Gt
On a 2009 Gt, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (8.9% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2009 Alfa Romeo Gts pass their MOT?
70.8% of the 926 2009 Alfa Romeo Gt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Alfa Romeo Gt?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.1% of tests, followed by suspension (14.8%).
Does the 2009 Gt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 27.4% in the 30-60k band to 27.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 926 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.