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Alfa Romeo 159

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,387 cc

LP08 CFEMOT history

LP08 CFE is a black diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 164,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2026
Mileage
164,558 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 CFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,387 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 CFE was last recorded at 164,558 miles on 6 Jul 2025, 8,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,494 miles · 10 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
8,064 miles
Average per year
7,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,558 miles
  • 2024 – 156,494 miles
  • 2023 – 151,791 miles
  • 2022 – 148,516 miles
  • 2021 – 144,466 miles
  • 2020 – 139,337 miles
  • 2019 – 138,838 miles
  • 2018 – 129,898 miles
  • 2017 – 118,671 miles
  • 2016 – 106,557 miles
  • 2015 – 95,859 miles
  • 2014 – 88,544 miles
  • 2013 – 80,545 miles
  • 2012 – 73,147 miles
  • 2011 – 59,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,558 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,558 miles (+8,064)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    164,558 miles
    Test number
    390965196273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass156,494 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    156,494 miles
    Test number
    674011722934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass151,791 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    151,791 miles
    Test number
    490662051971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail151,745 miles (+3,229)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,745 miles
    Test number
    312387333335
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass148,516 miles (+209)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    148,516 miles
    Test number
    173112727300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail148,307 miles (+3,841)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,307 miles
    Test number
    610612480561
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass144,466 miles (+5,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    144,466 miles
    Test number
    858898931638
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass139,337 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    139,337 miles
    Test number
    756305783941
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail139,325 miles (+487)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,325 miles
    Test number
    439364215953
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass138,838 miles (+8,940)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    138,838 miles
    Test number
    869519977982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass129,898 miles (+11,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,898 miles
    Test number
    142939529556
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass118,671 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,671 miles
    Test number
    170371705928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail118,667 miles (+12,110)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,667 miles
    Test number
    637108953273
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass106,557 miles (+10,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,557 miles
    Test number
    788609988580
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner tread worn
    • AdvisoryTracking

  15. Pass95,859 miles (+7,315)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,859 miles
    Test number
    145839735111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,544 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    88,544 miles
    Test number
    626452644159
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Fail88,544 miles (+7,999)3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,544 miles
    Test number
    646682444154
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass80,545 miles (+7,398)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,545 miles
    Test number
    485181143137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,147 miles (+13,387)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,147 miles
    Test number
    978066142159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,760 miles
    Test number
    228153971422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,760 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,760 miles
    Test number
    626283971107
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LP08 CFE

Does LP08 CFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 CFE expired on 10 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 CFE?
The MOT on LP08 CFE expired on 10 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 CFE done?
LP08 CFE was recorded at 164,558 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2025, an average of 7,464 miles a year.
Has LP08 CFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 CFE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LP08 CFE 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 CFE find?
LP08 CFE passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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