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PX08 HNL

2008 Alfa Romeo 159

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,804 mi
Last recorded71,804 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 15989,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 HNL
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 71,804 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 65,805 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 65,805 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 59,138 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 59,137 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 51,218 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 51,188 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 50,348 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 50,272 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 47,331 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 42,202 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 35,209 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 30,531 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 25,318 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 21,154 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 14,108 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 12,362 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 9,866 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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PX08 HNL is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 89,688 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 PX08 HNL, 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 18 years old, this Alfa Romeo 159 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX08 HNL registered?

PX08 HNL is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 6 August 2008.

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