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Alfa Romeo 159

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,910 cc

J9 UKEMOT history

J9 UKE is a black diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 22 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 126,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,133 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 UKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 UKE was last recorded at 126,133 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 2,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,811 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,322 miles
Average per year
6,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,133 miles
  • 2025 – 123,811 miles
  • 2024 – 116,495 miles
  • 2023 – 111,131 miles
  • 2022 – 106,453 miles
  • 2021 – 101,175 miles
  • 2019 – 92,967 miles
  • 2018 – 87,211 miles
  • 2017 – 82,488 miles
  • 2016 – 73,245 miles
  • 2015 – 64,857 miles
  • 2014 – 55,523 miles
  • 2013 – 45,784 miles
  • 2012 – 35,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,133 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front suspension lower arm rear bushes debonding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,133 miles (+2,322)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,133 miles
    Test number
    223854533371
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass123,811 miles (+7,316)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,811 miles
    Test number
    838117421601
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust loose but still secure
  3. Pass116,495 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    116,495 miles
    Test number
    180436321543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,491 miles (+5,360)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,491 miles
    Test number
    565237320782
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn top arm inner bush,s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken at Y link to rear pipes (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass111,131 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,131 miles
    Test number
    540411019995
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail111,129 miles (+4,676)4 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,129 miles
    Test number
    981583518822
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/40/19 96y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass106,453 miles (+5,278)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,453 miles
    Test number
    481563426294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/r19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass101,175 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,175 miles
    Test number
    698042188729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,174 miles (+8,207)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,174 miles
    Test number
    241081243335
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass92,967 miles (+5,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,967 miles
    Test number
    253676116674
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  11. Pass87,211 miles (+4,723)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,211 miles
    Test number
    655202506663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,488 miles (+9,243)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,488 miles
    Test number
    504554097454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,245 miles (+8,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,245 miles
    Test number
    294635416882
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valves perished
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower arm rear bushes debonding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has uneven tyre wear inner edge
  14. Pass64,857 miles (+9,334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,857 miles
    Test number
    165105607296
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres very low inside edge but raised tread (strong advise
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower arm rear bushes debonding
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorating
  15. Pass55,523 miles (+9,739)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,523 miles
    Test number
    335832284486
    • NoteNearside front lower arm rear bush deteriorating
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut in tread
    • NoteOffside front lower arm rear bush debonding
  16. Pass45,784 miles (+10,486)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    45,784 miles
    Test number
    816924673253
    • NoteBoth front tyres low on inner edges
    • NoteFront wipers not clearing 100%
    • NoteOffside rear brake pads low
  17. Pass35,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,298 miles
    Test number
    639306872297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,298 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,298 miles
    Test number
    826420472210
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Questions about J9 UKE

Does J9 UKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 UKE is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 UKE?
The MOT on J9 UKE is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 UKE done?
J9 UKE was recorded at 126,133 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 6,821 miles a year.
Has J9 UKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 UKE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on J9 UKE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J9 UKE find?
J9 UKE passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen wiper blade defective both; oil leak, but not excessive.

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