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EK59 GXT

2009 Alfa Romeo 159

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

127,042 mi
Last recorded127,042 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2026
Typical for 2009 Alfa Romeo 15986,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 GXT
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2026 127,042 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements broken (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Side repeater incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear sub frame and rear arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 119,820 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 119,765 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 109,849 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 109,849 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill rusted and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 101,533 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 92,776 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 86,588 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 77,577 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 72,847 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 67,570 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 61,656 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 61,656 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 56,583 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 50,711 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 50,705 miles

Fuel system component leaking Diesel sensor (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 43,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 36,479 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 29,359 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 159?

Based on 146,723 MOT tests across 9,959 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
9,959
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,343
coil spring broken 4,725
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,135
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,732
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EK59 GXT is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 86,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 159 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,343 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK59 GXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 159 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Alfa Romeo 159 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EK59 GXT registered?

EK59 GXT is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 22 September 2009.

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