2001 Alfa Romeo Gtv — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,162 MOT tests, the 2001 Alfa Romeo Gtv recorded a 73.3% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 27.0%, so the 2001 Gtv sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in brakes, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Brakes dominates the failure mix at 14.5% of all tests — 4.4 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), rigid brake pipes and joints — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 117 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 32.7% versus 23.0%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 30.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 25.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 14.5% | 168 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.1% | 117 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 9.0% | 105 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.5% | 87 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.1% | 71 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 4.4% | 51 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 117 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 65 |
| 3 | Joints | 62 |
| 4 | Wipers | 52 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 48 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 39 |
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 | 30.1% | 350 |
| 2 | Brakes | 29.9% | 348 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 18.2% | 212 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 17.8% | 207 |
| 5 | Tyres | 13.8% | 160 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.8% | 79 |
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 | 200 | 23.0% |
| 60-90k | 407 | 24.3% |
| 90-120k | 344 | 29.9% |
| 120-150k | 129 | 30.2% |
| 150k+ | 52 | 32.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 250 | 25.6% |
| 2022 | 250 | 26.0% |
| 2023 | 232 | 24.1% |
| 2024 | 216 | 28.7% |
| 2025 | 214 | 29.4% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Gtv
On a 2001 Gtv, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (14.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (10.1% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (9.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 2001 Alfa Romeo Gtvs pass their MOT?
73.3% of the 1,162 2001 Alfa Romeo Gtv MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Alfa Romeo Gtv?
Brakes, recorded in 14.5% of tests, followed by suspension (10.1%).
Does the 2001 Gtv get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 23.0% in the 30-60k band to 32.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,162 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.