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OHZ 3997

2011 Alfa Romeo 159

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

122,319 mi
Last recorded122,319 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 Alfa Romeo 15983,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHZ 3997
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 122,319 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened mount deteriorated (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a T rated speed rating and is a winter tyre

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective heatshield loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

bonnet release handle damaged

Fail 9 Apr 2025 122,317 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working in tailgate (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened mount deteriorated (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively evidence of heat glazing on disc and pads (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a T rated speed rating and is a winter tyre

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective heatshield loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

bonnet release handle damaged

Pass 19 Dec 2023 118,028 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Park brake poor

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 110,239 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2022 110,239 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 104,828 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2021 104,828 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 95,802 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2020 95,800 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 92,776 miles

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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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OHZ 3997 is a 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OHZ 3997, 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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OHZ 3997 is a 2011 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 31 August 2011.

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