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WR09 LCC

2009 Alfa Romeo 159

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

138,228 mi
Last recorded138,228 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Alfa Romeo 15986,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR09 LCC
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 138,228 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 138,228 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 120,299 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 120,265 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2018 108,536 miles

Exhaust heat sheild slightly loose

Front wipers slightly smearing

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Small chip to windscreen Zone A not affecting veiw to road

Fail 24 Oct 2018 108,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heat sheild slightly loose

Front wipers slightly smearing

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Small chip to windscreen Zone A not affecting veiw to road

Pass 24 Oct 2017 92,124 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 79,301 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 63,612 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 52,959 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 52,956 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 38,005 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 32,663 miles

Cut in N/S/F tyre outer sidewall.

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 32,663 miles

Cut in N/S/F tyre outer sidewall.

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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WR09 LCC is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 WR09 LCC, 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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WR09 LCC is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 17 July 2009.

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