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Alfa Romeo 159

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,956 cc

Y4 RLAMOT history

Y4 RLA is a silver diesel Alfa Romeo 159 first used on 19 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 123,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
123,221 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 RLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
159
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 RLA was last recorded at 123,221 miles on 7 Jun 2026, 10,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,848 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
10,373 miles
Average per year
6,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,221 miles
  • 2025 – 112,848 miles
  • 2024 – 110,779 miles
  • 2023 – 105,043 miles
  • 2022 – 101,063 miles
  • 2021 – 94,283 miles
  • 2020 – 88,694 miles
  • 2019 – 81,327 miles
  • 2018 – 72,942 miles
  • 2017 – 69,986 miles
  • 2016 – 59,755 miles
  • 2015 – 50,182 miles
  • 2014 – 41,294 miles
  • 2012 – 33,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,221 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,221 miles (+10,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    123,221 miles
    Test number
    834378348046
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,848 miles (+2,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    112,848 miles
    Test number
    424954534235
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass110,779 miles (+5,736)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    110,779 miles
    Test number
    281664777392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met the requirement (16%)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass105,043 miles (+3,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,043 miles
    Test number
    207115188106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays cover fitted

  5. Pass101,063 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    101,063 miles
    Test number
    305781911658
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail101,063 miles (+6,780)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,063 miles
    Test number
    593505700875
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass94,283 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    94,283 miles
    Test number
    676521681989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,281 miles (+5,587)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,281 miles
    Test number
    596343548689
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.50 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Anti freeze (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass88,694 miles (+7,367)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    88,694 miles
    Test number
    391979163279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,327 miles (+8,385)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    880847542367
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers & under-trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryVehicle presented in wet conditions.

  11. Pass72,942 miles (+2,956)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,942 miles
    Test number
    120442783050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,986 miles
    Test number
    278290171117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,984 miles (+10,229)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,984 miles
    Test number
    899409075067
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass59,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    946130553774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,755 miles (+9,573)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    801977551553
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass50,182 miles (+8,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,182 miles
    Test number
    358161745022
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass41,294 miles (+8,100)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,294 miles
    Test number
    919577514097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,194 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,194 miles
    Test number
    147893792262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y4 RLA

Does Y4 RLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y4 RLA is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y4 RLA?
The MOT on Y4 RLA is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y4 RLA done?
Y4 RLA was recorded at 123,221 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2026, an average of 6,604 miles a year.
Has Y4 RLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 RLA has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y4 RLA 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 Y4 RLA find?
Y4 RLA passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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