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WV59 ORP

2009 Alfa Romeo 159

Black Diesel 2387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

117,002 mi
Last recorded117,002 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 Alfa Romeo 15986,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 ORP
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,387cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 117,002 miles

Front subframe covers in underseal

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear suspension components covers in underseal

Fail 1 Mar 2024 117,002 miles

Front subframe covers in underseal

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear suspension components covers in underseal

Pass 9 Feb 2022 116,401 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2022 116,396 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm offside front. offside rear. nearside rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 109,708 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 109,708 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 103,006 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 103,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 96,094 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 83,866 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 83,866 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2016 73,099 miles

front and rear brake pads low

Pass 28 May 2015 58,742 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 46,166 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 36,576 miles

surface rust to brake discs

Fail 20 Apr 2013 36,558 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 26,108 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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WV59 ORP is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 in Black with a 2,387cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 WV59 ORP, 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 WV59 ORP registered?

WV59 ORP is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 14 October 2009.

Is WV59 ORP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV59 ORP shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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