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Alfa Romeo 159

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

Y29 DDSMOT history

Y29 DDS is a silver diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 147,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,980 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 DDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 DDS was last recorded at 147,980 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 5,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,039 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,941 miles
Average per year
8,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,980 miles
  • 2025 – 142,039 miles
  • 2024 – 133,505 miles
  • 2022 – 128,903 miles
  • 2021 – 119,358 miles
  • 2020 – 106,863 miles
  • 2019 – 95,850 miles
  • 2018 – 91,118 miles
  • 2017 – 86,168 miles
  • 2016 – 80,230 miles
  • 2015 – 75,282 miles
  • 2014 – 58,908 miles
  • 2013 – 45,162 miles
  • 2012 – 34,972 miles
  • 2011 – 27,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,980 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s & n/s rear inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension componets

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,980 miles (+5,941)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,980 miles
    Test number
    951181733132
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  2. Pass142,039 miles (+6)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    142,039 miles
    Test number
    591548444789
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s & n/s rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension componets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to rear under surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer joint clamp corroded off

  3. Fail142,033 miles (+8,528)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,033 miles
    Test number
    981662524986
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking from steering rack outer gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking from steering rack outer gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s & n/s rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension componets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to rear under surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer joint clamp corroded off

  4. Pass133,505 miles (+6)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,505 miles
    Test number
    610645393546
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield lose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sill cover fitted not allowing full inspection of corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront and rear all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

  5. Fail133,499 miles (+4,596)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,499 miles
    Test number
    297410498006
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield lose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sill cover fitted not allowing full inspection of corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront and rear all suspension components corroded

  6. Pass128,903 miles (+9,545)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    128,903 miles
    Test number
    377146236162
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened radiator support (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass119,358 miles (+12,495)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,358 miles
    Test number
    752213418070
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple stone chip marks (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,863 miles (+191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    106,863 miles
    Test number
    370071281010
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding

  9. Fail106,672 miles (+10,822)4 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    855539224751
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security mount for lower arm (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security mount for lower arm (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  10. Pass95,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,850 miles
    Test number
    984880847505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail95,850 miles (+4,732)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,850 miles
    Test number
    182142468028
    • 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))

  12. Pass91,118 miles (+4,950)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    91,118 miles
    Test number
    200760019887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,168 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,168 miles
    Test number
    911042644139
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres uneven wear inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn not weakened

  14. Fail86,127 miles (+5,897)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,127 miles
    Test number
    483125770722
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint lower arm ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed both front inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake caliper has restricted free movement both rear (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres uneven wear inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn not weakened

  15. Pass80,230 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,230 miles
    Test number
    319748939900
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge slightly

  16. Fail80,209 miles (+4,927)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,209 miles
    Test number
    893478306884
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge slightly

  17. Pass75,282 miles (+16,374)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,282 miles
    Test number
    120271531037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,908 miles (+13,746)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    147142834381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,162 miles (+10,190)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    45,162 miles
    Test number
    435798833486
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass34,972 miles (+7,883)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    34,972 miles
    Test number
    186294732390
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on the legal limit.

  21. Pass27,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,089 miles
    Test number
    115182581147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y29 DDS

Does Y29 DDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 DDS is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 DDS?
The MOT on Y29 DDS is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 DDS done?
Y29 DDS was recorded at 147,980 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 8,180 miles a year.
Has Y29 DDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 DDS has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y29 DDS 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 Y29 DDS find?
Y29 DDS passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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