2005 Alfa Romeo GT 1.9L Diesel · FE05 BYR

The 2005 Alfa Romeo GT currently holds a valid MOT, having passed its most recent test on 19 January 2023 at 118,748 miles with no defects recorded. That certificate expired on 18 January 2026, meaning the vehicle is now overdue for a fresh MOT by approximately five months. The maintenance trend across the full record is stable and largely uneventful, with four clean passes and two recorded failures, both occurring on the same day in January 2020 at 105,665 miles. Critically, neither failure lists any advisory or defect items, suggesting the re-test on that same day resolved whatever minor issue caused the initial refusal. No recurring faults, corrosion notices, or emissions failures appear in any entry. The record presents a mechanically consistent picture with no evidence of worsening or unresolved defects. The mileage progression tells a clear story of very light use. Between the January 2020 pass at 105,665 miles and the January 2023 pass at 118,748 miles, the car covered just 13,083 miles over three years, averaging roughly 4,361 miles annually. Before that, the annual figure was similarly modest, hovering around 2,000 to 3,000 miles per year. The 2022 and 2023 tests show the mileage plateauing, with only 8,116 miles added between January 2022 and January 2023, and zero miles recorded between the January 2023 test and today. This raises the possibility that the car has been sitting unused for over three years. Long-term storage carries its own risks, including deteriorated brake fluid, perished rubber seals, flat-spotted tyres, and fuel system condensation, none of which the MOT record can confirm or rule out. A prospective buyer should treat this vehicle as a low-mileage example that may have been stationary for an extended period. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as rubber degrades regardless of tread depth. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion and the calipers for seizure, since infrequent use accelerates these issues. Examine the suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust system for corrosion, particularly given the car's age. Verify the condition of all fluid levels and look for any signs of moisture or contamination in the engine oil and coolant. The MOT history gives no indication of structural rust or mechanical neglect, but the gap since the last test means a fresh inspection is essential before any purchase.