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YG59 OPJ

2009 Alfa Romeo 159

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

143,263 mi
Last recorded143,263 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Alfa Romeo 15986,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 OPJ
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 143,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 143,250 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 138,463 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 134,457 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 134,444 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 132,407 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 132,407 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 129,691 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 129,691 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 127,058 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 127,058 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 109,617 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 95,966 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 85,510 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 73,077 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 53,503 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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YG59 OPJ is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YG59 OPJ, 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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What year was YG59 OPJ registered?

YG59 OPJ is a 2009 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 9 October 2009.

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