Alfa Romeo Gtv (2002)
2002 Alfa Romeo Gtv
CarHunch analysed 429 real MOT records for the 2002 Alfa Romeo Gtv. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is significantly less reliable than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 69% compared to 80%, and nearly 45% of examples have suffered a dangerous defect at some point—a major red flag for any prospective buyer. This is a car that will need serious mechanical attention before it's safe to own.
These GTVs are averaging around 70,000 miles at test, which is reasonable for a 22-year-old car, but they're racking up 5.6 failures and nearly 29 advisories per vehicle on test, suggesting deferred maintenance and underlying engineering issues rather than simple wear. Before purchasing, get a full pre-buy inspection from a specialist Alfa mechanic and budget for significant remedial work—these cars don't forgive neglect.
What to check before buying a 2002 Alfa Romeo Gtv
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 44.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 427 | 69% | 5.56 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 61.1% | 7 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 60% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Alfa Romeo Gtv vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2002 Alfa Romeo Gtv vehicles fall between 53,207 and 83,771 miles.
2002 Alfa Romeo Gtv — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 140 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (49% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2002 Alfa Romeo Gtv
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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106.9%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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77.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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73.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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52.9%
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
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52.1%
Oil leak
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48.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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43.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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39%
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002. Counts include advisories and failures.
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