At a Glance
The Alfa Romeo Gtv has 30 identified common problems across 1 generation, with the GTV (1995-2006) being the most affected generation and brakes the most common problem category. Based on 65K MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read our DVSA MOT data methodology →
Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Alfa Romeo Gtv common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Alfa Romeo Gtv generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Alfa Romeo Gtv MOT Failures
Every reason Alfa Romeo Gtv vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 15.04% |
| 2 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 7.94% |
| 3 | Driveshaft fault | 6.27% |
| 4 | Stop lamp not working | 4.55% |
| 5 | Brake performance below minimum | 4.17% |
| 6 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 3.94% |
| 7 | Exhaust system fault | 3.85% |
| 8 | Headlamp aim defect | 3.58% |
| 9 | Brake pads or linings worn | 3.45% |
| 10 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 3.19% |
| 11 | Tyre condition | 3.13% |
| 12 | Windscreen washer not working | 3.02% |
| 13 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 2.94% |
| 14 | Number plate lamp not working | 2.91% |
| 15 | Brake disc or drum worn | 2.13% |
| 16 | Track rod end worn | 2.13% |
| 17 | Front lamp not working | 1.64% |
| 18 | Fog lamp not working | 1.32% |
| 19 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 1.16% |
| 20 | Parking brake condition | 1.10% |
| 21 | Suspension mounting corroded | 1.01% |
| 22 | Steering rack fault | 0.99% |
| 23 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 0.97% |
| 24 | Position lamp not working | 0.88% |
| 25 | Rear lamp not working | 0.84% |
| 26 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 0.83% |
| 27 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.81% |
| 28 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.81% |
| 29 | Indicator fault | 0.77% |
| 30 | Chassis condition | 0.74% |
| 31 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 0.69% |
| 32 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.67% |
| 33 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 0.61% |
| 34 | Front suspension fault | 0.61% |
| 35 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.60% |
| 36 | ABS fault | 0.58% |
| 37 | Headlamp fault | 0.48% |
| 38 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.46% |
| 39 | Rear suspension fault | 0.45% |
| 40 | Horn not working | 0.44% |
| 41 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.42% |
| 42 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.37% |
| 43 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.36% |
| 44 | Electrical switch fault | 0.34% |
| 45 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.33% |
| 46 | Seat belt condition | 0.33% |
| 47 | Brake lever fault | 0.32% |
| 48 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.30% |
| 49 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.25% |
| 50 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.22% |
| 51 | Airbag warning light on | 0.21% |
| 52 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.20% |
| 53 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.20% |
| 54 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.19% |
| 55 | Brake pedal fault | 0.19% |
| 56 | Steering column fault | 0.19% |
| 57 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.18% |
| 58 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.17% |
| 59 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.16% |
| 60 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.15% |
| 61 | Brake fluid leak | 0.14% |
| 62 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.13% |
| 63 | Brake caliper fault | 0.13% |
| 64 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.13% |
| 65 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.11% |
| 66 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.10% |
| 67 | Body security fault | 0.10% |
| 68 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.10% |
| 69 | Front passenger door fault | 0.09% |
| 70 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.09% |
| 71 | Steering lock fault | 0.08% |
| 72 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.08% |
| 73 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.07% |
| 74 | Steering operation fault | 0.07% |
| 75 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.07% |
| 76 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.07% |
| 77 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.07% |
| 78 | Driver seat fault | 0.06% |
| 79 | Steering free play excessive | 0.06% |
| 80 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.06% |
| 81 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.06% |
| 82 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.06% |
| 83 | Engine oil leak | 0.06% |
| 84 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | 0.05% |
| 85 | Driver door fault | 0.05% |
| 86 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.05% |
| 87 | Vehicle floor corroded | 0.05% |
| 88 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.05% |
| 89 | CV joint worn | 0.04% |
| 90 | Passenger seat fault | 0.04% |
| 91 | Propshaft fault | 0.04% |
| 92 | Power steering ram fault | 0.04% |
| 93 | Radius arm worn or corroded | 0.04% |
| 94 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.03% |
| 95 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | 0.03% |
| 96 | Steering box fault | 0.03% |
| 97 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.03% |
| 98 | Drag link end worn | 0.03% |
| 99 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.03% |
| 100 | Steering arm worn | 0.03% |
| 101 | Brake valve fault | 0.02% |
| 102 | Power steering pump fault | 0.02% |
| 103 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | 0.02% |
| 104 | Steering coupling worn | 0.02% |
| 105 | Additional braking device fault | 0.02% |
| 106 | Suspension unit fault | 0.02% |
| 107 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | 0.02% |
| 108 | Driver airbag fault | 0.02% |
| 109 | Load sensing valve fault | 0.02% |
| 110 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.02% |
| 111 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.02% |
| 112 | Speedometer fault | 0.02% |
| 113 | Brake servo fault | 0.01% |
| 114 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | 0.01% |
| 115 | Hydraulic fluid leak | 0.01% |
| 116 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | 0.01% |
| 117 | Body strengthening plate corroded | 0.01% |
| 118 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | 0.01% |
| 119 | Main beam warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 120 | Passenger airbag fault | 0.01% |
| 121 | Brake master cylinder or servo mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 122 | Electronic stability control fault | <0.01% |
| 123 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | <0.01% |
| 124 | Steering drive system fault | <0.01% |
| 125 | Steering shaft fault | <0.01% |
| 126 | Access panel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 127 | Bumper damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 128 | Exhaust leak | <0.01% |
| 129 | Suspension coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 130 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 131 | King pin or swivel pin worn | <0.01% |
| 132 | Brake linkage mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 133 | Brake pedal linkage fault | <0.01% |
| 134 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 135 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 136 | Steering intermediate drop arm worn | <0.01% |
| 137 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 138 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 139 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 140 | Transmission oil leak | <0.01% |
| 141 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 142 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | <0.01% |
| 143 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 144 | Brake clevis joint worn | <0.01% |
| 145 | Brake relay lever fault | <0.01% |
| 146 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 147 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 148 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 149 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 150 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Headlamp washer not working | <0.01% |
| 152 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 153 | Leaf spring broken or corroded | <0.01% |
| 154 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 155 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 156 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 157 | Undertray damaged or missing | <0.01% |
| 158 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
Showing all 158 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Alfa Romeo Gtv MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Alfa Romeo Gtv, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Alfa Romeo Gtv problems?
Based on analysis of 65K Alfa Romeo Gtv MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 30 identified common problems across 1 generation. The most frequently flagged issue is "Suspension pins, bushes or ball joints worn". Brakes is the most common problem category.
Which Alfa Romeo Gtv generation has the most problems?
The Alfa Romeo Gtv GTV (1995-2006) (1995–2006) has the highest number of identified common problems (41). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Alfa Romeo Gtv?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Alfa Romeo Gtv owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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