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Alfa Romeo 159

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,956 cc

LM11 BVOMOT history

LM11 BVO is a black diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 30 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 81,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,900 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 BVO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 BVO was last recorded at 81,900 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,016 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
884 miles
Average per year
2,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,900 miles
  • 2025 – 81,016 miles
  • 2024 – 79,757 miles
  • 2023 – 78,067 miles
  • 2022 – 76,044 miles
  • 2021 – 74,255 miles
  • 2019 – 71,784 miles
  • 2018 – 69,084 miles
  • 2017 – 65,741 miles
  • 2016 – 62,905 miles
  • 2015 – 59,186 miles
  • 2014 – 54,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,900 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear lower suspension components corroded

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,900 miles (+884)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,900 miles
    Test number
    601366007313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear lower suspension components corroded

  2. Pass81,016 miles (+1,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    81,016 miles
    Test number
    957910049909
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,757 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    79,757 miles
    Test number
    210346299055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Fail79,757 miles (+1,690)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,757 miles
    Test number
    179025899855
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  5. Pass78,067 miles (+2,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,067 miles
    Test number
    326290670496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  6. Pass76,044 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    763371665390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,255 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    74,255 miles
    Test number
    299128169902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail74,253 miles (+2,469)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,253 miles
    Test number
    401397411424
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass71,784 miles (+2,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,784 miles
    Test number
    518482364971
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/f tyres wearing inner edges

  10. Pass69,084 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    69,084 miles
    Test number
    728537207164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail69,082 miles (+3,341)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,082 miles
    Test number
    155900528786
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass65,741 miles (+2,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,741 miles
    Test number
    989645337776
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass62,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,905 miles
    Test number
    201827048011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,905 miles (+3,719)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,905 miles
    Test number
    292706720463
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Just on legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Just on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass59,186 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,186 miles
    Test number
    668211545134
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail59,186 miles (+4,905)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,186 miles
    Test number
    928331645104
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass54,281 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,281 miles
    Test number
    757851124181
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM11 BVO

Does LM11 BVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 BVO is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 BVO?
The MOT on LM11 BVO is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 BVO done?
LM11 BVO was recorded at 81,900 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 2,245 miles a year.
Has LM11 BVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 BVO has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LM11 BVO 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 LM11 BVO find?
LM11 BVO passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm and cracking; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall cracking, and 1 more.

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