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Alfa Romeo 159

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 LLXMOT history

LB08 LLX is a grey diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 64,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
64,421 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LLX was last recorded at 64,421 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 2,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
61,528 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,893 miles
Average per year
2,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,421 miles
  • 2025 – 61,528 miles
  • 2024 – 58,733 miles
  • 2022 – 53,209 miles
  • 2021 – 43,944 miles
  • 2020 – 38,505 miles
  • 2019 – 31,057 miles
  • 2018 – 45,503 miles
  • 2015 – 34,449 miles
  • 2014 – 32,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,421 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,421 miles (+2,893)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    64,421 miles
    Test number
    919526235143
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass61,528 miles (+2,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    61,528 miles
    Test number
    447790666375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass58,733 miles (+5,524)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    58,733 miles
    Test number
    677552641535
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass53,209 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    53,209 miles
    Test number
    940122933096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail53,209 miles (+9,265)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,209 miles
    Test number
    344017599578
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass43,944 miles (+5,439)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    43,944 miles
    Test number
    133216950871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,505 miles (+680)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    38,505 miles
    Test number
    214170077535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,825 miles (+6,768)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,825 miles
    Test number
    244179450758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    31,057 miles
    Test number
    727385405232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,666 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    49,666 km
    Test number
    738579743575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass45,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,503 miles
    Test number
    898195369714
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake worn

  12. Fail45,503 miles6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,503 miles
    Test number
    345018211247
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake worn

  13. Pass40,198 km (+3,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,198 km
    Test number
    365016668953
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass36,412 km (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    36,412 km
    Test number
    424412721182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail36,410 km2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,410 km
    Test number
    343676406744
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass34,449 miles (+2,287)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,449 miles
    Test number
    678652085164
    • DangerousO/s/f tyre worn on inner tread (bold)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass32,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,162 miles
    Test number
    365050674116
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail32,162 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,162 miles
    Test number
    468050474170
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass29,430 km (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    29,430 km
    Test number
    597079363153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,700 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,700 km
    Test number
    606530082192
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB08 LLX

Does LB08 LLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 LLX is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LLX?
The MOT on LB08 LLX is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 LLX done?
LB08 LLX was recorded at 64,421 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 2,752 miles a year.
Has LB08 LLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LLX has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 LLX 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 LB08 LLX find?
LB08 LLX passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear lower seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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