ALFA ROMEO GTV (1999)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 759 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
69%
Total Tests (2024)
759
Avg Mileage
98,311 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the ALFA ROMEO brand average of 80%.
At 25 years old, 69% of ALFA ROMEO GTVs from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 759 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 98,311 miles.
How does the 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV has 98,311 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 185,000 miles for a 25-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a ALFA ROMEO GTV?
The most reliable year is the 1997 model with a 77% MOT pass rate, while the 2000 model has the lowest at 69%. The 1999 sits between the two at 69%.
How much does a 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
ALFA ROMEO GTV by Year
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About the 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV
The 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV is a premium performance with a 2959cc petrol engine. 759 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 77% of 1999 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 98,311 miles at 25 years old, ALFA ROMEO GTV owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV Fuel Costs
The 2959cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
ALFA ROMEO GTV Reliability Trend
The ALFA ROMEO GTV has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV
At 25 years old, the ALFA ROMEO GTV is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 1997 model has the highest pass rate at 77%.
Alternatives to the 1999 ALFA ROMEO GTV
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW 3 SERIES (2001) 77% pass rate (+8%) from 9,406 tests
- BMW Z3 (1999) 78% pass rate (+9%) from 8,191 tests
- PORSCHE BOXSTER (2001) 83% pass rate (+14%) from 4,134 tests
- PORSCHE 911 (1999) 87% pass rate (+18%) from 3,668 tests