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WM57 KXB

2008 Alfa Romeo 159

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

152,003 mi
Last recorded152,003 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Alfa Romeo 15989,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM57 KXB
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model159
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 152,003 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 152,003 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 150,481 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 145,633 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 145,632 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 135,579 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front upper arms (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front wearing on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 108,883 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 22 Dec 2014 108,883 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 79,770 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 49,808 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 41,506 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 32,346 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 32,346 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo 159?

Based on 146,723 MOT tests across 9,959 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
9,959
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,343
coil spring broken 4,725
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,135
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,732
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WM57 KXB is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 89,688 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo 159 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,343 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM57 KXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo 159 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Alfa Romeo 159 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM57 KXB registered?

WM57 KXB is a 2008 Alfa Romeo 159, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is WM57 KXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM57 KXB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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