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Alfa Romeo 159

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,910 cc

LS59 VRXMOT history

LS59 VRX is a black diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 198,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
198,312 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 VRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 VRX was last recorded at 198,312 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,311 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,312 miles
  • 2025 – 187,050 miles
  • 2024 – 178,096 miles
  • 2023 – 160,977 miles
  • 2022 – 154,981 miles
  • 2021 – 134,846 miles
  • 2020 – 133,269 miles
  • 2019 – 127,915 miles
  • 2018 – 119,060 miles
  • 2017 – 109,409 miles
  • 2016 – 100,873 miles
  • 2015 – 96,342 miles
  • 2014 – 92,464 miles
  • 2013 – 85,659 miles
  • 2012 – 82,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,312 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Coil spring corroded Both sides front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Lower Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Strong advisory

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective x2 rubber's perishing, metal hangers are thin due to corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,312 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    198,312 miles
    Test number
    125131790762
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail198,311 miles (+11,261)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,311 miles
    Test number
    793019782547
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass187,050 miles (+457)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    187,050 miles
    Test number
    405626397585
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both sides front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Strong advisory (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective x2 rubber's perishing, metal hangers are thin due to corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail186,593 miles (+8,497)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,593 miles
    Test number
    966907119165
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated Latch + handle (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both sides front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Grill missing
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Strong advisory (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective x2 rubber's perishing, metal hangers are thin due to corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass178,096 miles (+17,119)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    178,096 miles
    Test number
    273982311831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,977 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    160,977 miles
    Test number
    728617509252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail160,957 miles (+5,976)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,957 miles
    Test number
    160453106202
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass154,981 miles (+20,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    154,981 miles
    Test number
    125565795137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass134,846 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,846 miles
    Test number
    825368825458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,269 miles (+5,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,269 miles
    Test number
    342031966996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass127,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,915 miles
    Test number
    439470653261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail127,915 miles (+8,855)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,915 miles
    Test number
    390540817173
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  13. Pass119,060 miles (+9,651)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    119,060 miles
    Test number
    621609228756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,409 miles (+8,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    109,409 miles
    Test number
    373023123525
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass100,873 miles (+4,531)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,873 miles
    Test number
    188798062243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,342 miles (+3,878)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    96,342 miles
    Test number
    888540405134
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Fail92,464 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,464 miles
    Test number
    337223314147
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  18. Pass92,464 miles (+6,805)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    92,464 miles
    Test number
    879153314122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,659 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    85,659 miles
    Test number
    858292313180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,658 miles (+3,479)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,658 miles
    Test number
    597846503124
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass82,179 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    82,179 miles
    Test number
    315222362442
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn smooth inner edges
    • NoteRear exhaust box heat sheild loose

Questions about LS59 VRX

Does LS59 VRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 VRX is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 VRX?
The MOT on LS59 VRX is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 VRX done?
LS59 VRX was recorded at 198,312 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 8,440 miles a year.
Has LS59 VRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 VRX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 VRX 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 LS59 VRX find?
LS59 VRX passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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