2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio — MOT failures & pass rate
5,011 MOT tests on the 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio are in this dataset, and 91.2% of them passed. Mid-size SUVs of a similar age fail at 9.4%, so the 2019 Stelvio sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.6%) and brakes (2.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, tread depth and headlamp aim — brake pads alone was recorded 133 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 6.3% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 16.3% once past 90-120k — 2.6× the risk.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 4.2pp more often than petrol ones (11.6% vs 7.3%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 21.6% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.6% | 180 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.6% | 130 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 110 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 52 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.9% | 45 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 26 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 133 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 131 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 73 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 45 |
| 5 | Washers | 37 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 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 | Brakes | 21.6% | 1,081 |
| 2 | Tyres | 18.7% | 935 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.5% | 224 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.6% | 132 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.4% | 122 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 82 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,970 | 6.3% |
| 30-60k | 2,455 | 9.9% |
| 60-90k | 528 | 12.3% |
| 90-120k | 49 | 16.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 3,202 | 7.3% |
| Diesel | 1,809 | 11.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 44 | 9.1% |
| 2022 | 1,300 | 7.8% |
| 2023 | 1,258 | 9.5% |
| 2024 | 1,206 | 8.5% |
| 2025 | 1,203 | 9.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Stelvio
On a 2019 Stelvio, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.6% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.2% 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 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvios pass their MOT?
91.2% of the 5,011 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
Tyres, recorded in 3.6% of tests, followed by brakes (2.6%).
Does the 2019 Stelvio get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.3% in the 0-30k band to 16.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,011 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.