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WV09 LWU

2009 Alfa Romeo 159

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,587 mi
Last recorded117,587 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Alfa Romeo 15986,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV09 LWU
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 117,587 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 111,381 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 104,916 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 92,909 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 86,018 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 86,010 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2018 84,501 miles

Under trays fitted.

Fail 18 Aug 2018 84,485 miles

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

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

Under trays fitted.

Pass 5 Jul 2017 78,624 miles

Offside front tyre wearing inner edges

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 72,593 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 63,866 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 May 2014 41,793 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 23,404 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 23,404 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside front and both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 19 Mar 2012 13,937 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 LWU is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LWU, 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 LWU registered?

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

Is WV09 LWU safe to buy?

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