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FP11 KYV

2011 Alfa Romeo 159

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

62,618 mi
Last recorded62,618 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2011 Alfa Romeo 15983,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP11 KYV
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 62,618 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 62,618 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 60,001 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2020 60,001 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Aug 2019 55,840 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 55,840 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 51,721 miles

engine tray loose

Fail 31 Aug 2018 51,721 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

engine tray loose

Pass 1 Sep 2017 46,571 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit starting to wear on inner edge (225/50/17 W) (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/17 W (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (225/50/17 W) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/17 W (4.1.E.1)

engine cover and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some components

rear exhaust silencer outer skin pealing away from exhaust

Pass 8 Sep 2015 37,069 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 37,061 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 30 Aug 2014 27,673 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 27,673 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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FP11 KYV is a 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 83,419 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP11 KYV, 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 15 years old, this Alfa Romeo 159 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP11 KYV registered?

FP11 KYV is a 2011 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 13 June 2011.

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