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WV09 LVT

2009 Alfa Romeo 159

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

104,343 mi
Last recorded104,343 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Alfa Romeo 15986,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV09 LVT
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 104,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nealy bald on inner tread 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer tread 225/50x17

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nealy bald on inner tread 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2025 98,709 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 May 2024 95,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner tread and nealy bald on outer tread 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner tread and nealy bald on outer tread 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 May 2024 95,134 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner tread and nealy bald on outer tread 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner tread and nealy bald on outer tread 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 88,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 82,953 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 81,967 miles

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

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

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

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

under trays rear

Pass 29 Apr 2019 77,255 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 74,792 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays fitted

wipers split but clearing screen

Pass 26 Apr 2017 71,099 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 69,016 miles

Park brake only just met minimum test requirement.

Pass 29 Apr 2015 66,073 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 63,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 63,337 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 58,394 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,871 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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WV09 LVT is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WV09 LVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV09 LVT registered?

WV09 LVT is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is WV09 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV09 LVT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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