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Alfa Romeo 159

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,387 cc

RYD 90MOT history

RYD 90 is a black diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 152,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2026
Mileage
152,794 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RYD 90
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,387 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

RYD 90 was last recorded at 152,794 miles on 15 Jan 2025, 630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,164 miles · 28 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
630 miles
Average per year
9,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,794 miles
  • 2023 – 152,164 miles
  • 2022 – 150,276 miles
  • 2021 – 143,350 miles
  • 2020 – 138,355 miles
  • 2019 – 130,708 miles
  • 2018 – 123,773 miles
  • 2017 – 118,227 miles
  • 2016 – 103,067 miles
  • 2015 – 81,135 miles
  • 2014 – 56,860 miles
  • 2013 – 43,195 miles
  • 2012 – 36,704 miles
  • 2011 – 29,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,794 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,794 miles (+630)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    152,794 miles
    Test number
    557305591440
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass152,164 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    152,164 miles
    Test number
    619931071618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail152,142 miles (+1,866)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,142 miles
    Test number
    518057368326
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass150,276 miles (+6,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    150,276 miles
    Test number
    626442838375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass143,350 miles (+4,995)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    143,350 miles
    Test number
    767920955136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass138,355 miles (+7,647)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    138,355 miles
    Test number
    793740135173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,708 miles (+6,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,708 miles
    Test number
    192917326077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass123,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    123,773 miles
    Test number
    440350735320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail123,773 miles (+5,546)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,773 miles
    Test number
    893965696030
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass118,227 miles (+15,160)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    118,227 miles
    Test number
    705756784542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,067 miles (+21,932)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    103,067 miles
    Test number
    734155391471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,135 miles
    Test number
    447760675183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,135 miles (+24,275)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,135 miles
    Test number
    638089165125
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  14. Pass56,860 miles (+13,665)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,860 miles
    Test number
    608630764167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,195 miles (+6,491)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,195 miles
    Test number
    509607853162
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass36,704 miles (+4)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,704 miles
    Test number
    519440262140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail36,700 miles (+6,893)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,700 miles
    Test number
    927316052100
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass29,807 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,807 miles
    Test number
    949292451153
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteEmissions too clean to measure

Questions about RYD 90

What vehicle is registration RYD 90 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RYD 90 on a black diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RYD 90 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on RYD 90 expired on 14 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on RYD 90?
The MOT on RYD 90 expired on 14 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has RYD 90 done?
RYD 90 was recorded at 152,794 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2025, an average of 9,026 miles a year.
Has RYD 90 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RYD 90 has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on RYD 90 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 RYD 90 find?
RYD 90 passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2025 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm, and 1 more.

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