
Alfa Romeo 159
Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc
LB57 KMUMOT history
LB57 KMU is a red diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 4 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 176,749 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 6 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 176,749 mi
- At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 15 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 9,305 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB57 KMU
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 159
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,910 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 4 Jan 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB57 KMU was last recorded at 176,749 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 176,727 miles · 14 Aug 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 22 miles
- Average per year
- 9,305 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 176,749 miles
- 2025 – 168,561 miles
- 2024 – 162,705 miles
- 2023 – 152,855 miles
- 2022 – 141,337 miles
- 2021 – 134,727 miles
- 2020 – 128,561 miles
- 2019 – 128,264 miles
- 2017 – 106,136 miles
- 2016 – 99,307 miles
- 2015 – 88,848 miles
- 2014 – 77,921 miles
- 2013 – 69,262 miles
- 2012 – 52,654 miles
- 2011 – 33,373 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryChassis/subframes corroded
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2026
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major5 MOTs, 2019–2026
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2026
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026
Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2026
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
Major2 MOTs, 2026
Full MOT history
25 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass176,749 miles1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 176,749 miles
- Test number
- 241603462567
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryChassis/subframes corroded
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
Fail176,745 miles (+18)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 176,745 miles
- Test number
- 284336180061
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and back (0.1 (b))
Fail176,727 miles (+8,166)2 dangerous8 major2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 176,727 miles
- Test number
- 365983065328
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached spring retainer badely corroded (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding um able to check wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front 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))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield x2 loose
- AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp worn
- AdvisoryRear wiper rubber split
Pass168,561 miles (+24)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 168,561 miles
- Test number
- 504161754654
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear clamp on rear silencer corroded and split
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail168,537 miles (+5,832)4 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,537 miles
- Test number
- 520813229718
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front bumper bracket corrodded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective clamp corrodded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass162,705 miles2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 162,705 miles
- Test number
- 141307744609
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail162,701 miles (+9,846)2 major2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,701 miles
- Test number
- 450437932953
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryHeat shield slightly loose
Pass152,855 miles (+11,518)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 152,855 miles
- Test number
- 371437436978
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield slightly loose
Pass141,337 miles (+52)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 141,337 miles
- Test number
- 795809439792
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail141,285 miles (+6,558)4 dangerous4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,285 miles
- Test number
- 703056323308
- DangerousNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine from sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass134,727 miles (+1)2 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 134,727 miles
- Test number
- 962903494028
- MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess outer casing (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive heavily corroded around radiator mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage around bottle area (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBonnet catch/release damaged
- AdvisoryExhaust general corrosion, also the heat shields are insecure
Fail134,726 miles (+6,165)3 major2 minor15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,726 miles
- Test number
- 445711669124
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear white (4.4.3 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess outer casing (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive heavily corroded around radiator mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage around bottle area (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBonnet catch/release damaged
- AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
- AdvisoryExhaust general corrosion, also the heat shields are insecure
Pass128,561 miles (+283)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 128,561 miles
- Test number
- 193616644301
- AdvisoryExhaust system general corrosion
- AdvisoryNearside Front surface corrosion to front subframe n/s
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass128,278 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 128,278 miles
- Test number
- 870638851044
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail128,275 miles (+11)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,275 miles
- Test number
- 813525451213
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Fail128,264 miles (+22,128)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,264 miles
- Test number
- 601106950668
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge and deformed on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn Both front excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake excessively fluctuating Both front (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass106,136 miles (+8)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 106,136 miles
- Test number
- 610820916304
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail106,128 miles (+6,821)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,128 miles
- Test number
- 198396209265
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass99,307 miles (+195)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 99,307 miles
- Test number
- 531674203456
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail99,112 miles (+10,264)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,112 miles
- Test number
- 542872532723
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass88,848 miles (+10,927)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 88,848 miles
- Test number
- 262604378635
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass77,921 miles (+8,659)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 77,921 miles
- Test number
- 388833054217
- NoteSome play in front suspension components
Pass69,262 miles (+16,608)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 69,262 miles
- Test number
- 188395353263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,654 miles (+19,281)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 52,654 miles
- Test number
- 199228982181
- NoteFront brake discs worn
- NoteRear brake pads low
Pass33,373 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 33,373 miles
- Test number
- 387661401125
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront tyres worn on edges
Questions about LB57 KMU
- Does LB57 KMU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 KMU is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LB57 KMU?
- The MOT on LB57 KMU is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB57 KMU done?
- LB57 KMU was recorded at 176,749 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 9,305 miles a year.
- Has LB57 KMU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB57 KMU has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on LB57 KMU 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 LB57 KMU find?
- LB57 KMU passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, and 7 more.
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