2010 Alfa Romeo Gt — MOT failures & pass rate
662 MOT tests on the 2010 Alfa Romeo Gt are in this dataset, and 69.9% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 24.2% of the time, so this is 5.8pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.4%) and suspension (14.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, washers and position lamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 65 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 24.4% in the 30-60k band and 30.5% in the 150k+ band, a 6.1-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 33.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 23.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 33.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.4% | 115 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.6% | 97 |
| 3 | Visibility | 8.6% | 57 |
| 4 | Tyres | 8.2% | 54 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.0% | 53 |
| 6 | Brakes | 7.5% | 50 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 65 |
| 2 | Washers | 50 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 50 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 48 |
| 5 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 44 |
| 6 | Headlamp levelling device | 34 |
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 | 33.1% | 219 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.3% | 181 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.4% | 142 |
| 4 | Brakes | 19.5% | 129 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 8.3% | 55 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.3% | 55 |
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 | 78 | 24.4% |
| 60-90k | 210 | 28.6% |
| 90-120k | 207 | 31.9% |
| 120-150k | 108 | 33.3% |
| 150k+ | 59 | 30.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 589 | 30.9% |
| Petrol | 73 | 23.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 144 | 23.6% |
| 2022 | 161 | 34.2% |
| 2023 | 130 | 26.9% |
| 2024 | 124 | 33.1% |
| 2025 | 103 | 33.0% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Gt
On a 2010 Gt, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (17.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.6% 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.
- Visibility (8.6% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2010 Alfa Romeo Gts pass their MOT?
69.9% of the 662 2010 Alfa Romeo Gt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Alfa Romeo Gt?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.4% of tests, followed by suspension (14.6%).
Does the 2010 Gt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.4% in the 30-60k band to 30.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 662 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.