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Alfa Romeo 159

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,387 cc

LP08 CEUMOT history

LP08 CEU is a grey diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 134,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
134,141 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 CEU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,387 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 CEU was last recorded at 134,141 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,130 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
6,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,141 miles
  • 2023 – 129,167 miles
  • 2022 – 123,681 miles
  • 2021 – 121,400 miles
  • 2020 – 118,958 miles
  • 2019 – 111,652 miles
  • 2018 – 105,619 miles
  • 2017 – 98,682 miles
  • 2016 – 93,412 miles
  • 2015 – 83,400 miles
  • 2014 – 73,009 miles
  • 2013 – 62,778 miles
  • 2012 – 56,067 miles
  • 2011 – 37,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,141 miles
  • AdvisoryFront 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement Rear engine mount bush perishing. (6.1.D.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush has slight play. (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,141 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    134,141 miles
    Test number
    454062997451
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,130 miles (+4,963)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,130 miles
    Test number
    560417558757
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,167 miles (+5,486)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,167 miles
    Test number
    452674599243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,681 miles (+2,281)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    123,681 miles
    Test number
    219190179797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,400 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,400 miles
    Test number
    509760663231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,958 miles (+7,306)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,958 miles
    Test number
    471010045554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,652 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,652 miles
    Test number
    852076165363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,519 miles (+5,900)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,519 miles
    Test number
    263353871653
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass105,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,619 miles
    Test number
    999155930976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,619 miles (+6,937)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,619 miles
    Test number
    199774637397
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass98,682 miles (+382)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,682 miles
    Test number
    343524764048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,300 miles (+4,888)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,300 miles
    Test number
    623427621898
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass93,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,412 miles
    Test number
    364570539909
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement Rear engine mount bush perishing. (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush has slight play. (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail93,412 miles (+10,012)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,412 miles
    Test number
    593789421462
    • FailureFuel tank insecure Securing strap bracket weld broken away from chassis. (7.2.1)
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement Rear engine mount bush perishing. (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush has slight play. (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass83,400 miles (+10,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,400 miles
    Test number
    786404575112
    • 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)

  16. Pass73,009 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,009 miles
    Test number
    125938074184
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn smooth on very inner edges

  17. Fail73,000 miles (+10,222)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    228642474133
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn smooth on very inner edges
    • NoteSlight binding from o/s/r brake

  18. Pass62,778 miles (+6,711)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,778 miles
    Test number
    806479273176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,067 miles (+18,639)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,067 miles
    Test number
    656630682138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,428 miles
    Test number
    757931671118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 CEU

Does LP08 CEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 CEU is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP08 CEU?
The MOT on LP08 CEU is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 CEU done?
LP08 CEU was recorded at 134,141 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 6,728 miles a year.
Has LP08 CEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 CEU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LP08 CEU 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 LP08 CEU find?
LP08 CEU passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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