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MOT Valid
Road Tax Paid

2008 ALFA ROMEO 1593.2L PETROL

BW08 YRT

This 2008 ALFA ROMEO 159 is a PETROL vehicle with a 3199cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 46,148.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 17/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
3199cc
Mechanical Assessment
This 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 presents with an exceptionally low mileage of 46,148, averaging roughly 2,564 miles per year. While this suggests the car has been spared the heavy wear associated with daily commuting, such low usage often points to extended periods of inactivity. Vehicles that sit for long durations can suffer from seized brake components, perished rubber seals, and internal engine issues related to oil degradation, even if the MOT history does not explicitly flag these items. The most recent MOT history is remarkably clean, with passes recorded in September 2025 and March 2026 showing no defects. This indicates that the vehicle is currently in a stable, roadworthy condition and has been maintained well enough to clear recent inspections without advisory notices. Because there are no recurring failures or persistent warnings in the provided data, the mechanical trend appears positive and stable. However, the lack of a long-term MOT history in the provided data means you should not assume the car has been as well-maintained throughout its entire 18-year life. A clean pass today does not guarantee that the car has not suffered from neglect or long-term storage issues that might only surface after you begin driving it regularly. Because the mileage is so low for an 18-year-old vehicle, you must investigate the car's history of use. You should first inspect the condition of all rubber components, including tyres, suspension bushes, and coolant hoses, as these degrade with age regardless of how few miles have been covered.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 2 Jun 2026, 16:04
Mechanic's Historical Review
This 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 presents with an exceptionally low mileage of 46,148, averaging roughly 2,564 miles per year. While this suggests the car has been spared the heavy wear associated with daily commuting, such low usage often points to extended periods of inactivity. Vehicles that sit for long durations can suffer from seized brake components, perished rubber seals, and internal engine issues related to oil degradation, even if the MOT history does not explicitly flag these items. The most recent MOT history is remarkably clean, with passes recorded in September 2025 and March 2026 showing no defects. This indicates that the vehicle is currently in a stable, roadworthy condition and has been maintained well enough to clear recent inspections without advisory notices. Because there are no recurring failures or persistent warnings in the provided data, the mechanical trend appears positive and stable. However, the lack of a long-term MOT history in the provided data means you should not assume the car has been as well-maintained throughout its entire 18-year life. A clean pass today does not guarantee that the car has not suffered from neglect or long-term storage issues that might only surface after you begin driving it regularly. Because the mileage is so low for an 18-year-old vehicle, you must investigate the car's history of use. You should first inspect the condition of all rubber components, including tyres, suspension bushes, and coolant hoses, as these degrade with age regardless of how few miles have been covered.
MOT Test History Overview

Checking the history for this 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (BW08 YRT), we found 2 MOT results in the period of September 2025 to March 2026.

With 2 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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ADVISORY