The road tax status for YT08 LEJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for YT08 LEJ?

The MOT for YT08 LEJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 3 October 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of YT08 LEJ?

The recorded mileage for YT08 LEJ is 138,758 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YT08 LEJ ULEZ compliant?

No, YT08 LEJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · YT08 LEJ

YT08 LEJ

2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 03/03/2008. Recorded mileage 138,758 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: ALFA ROMEO 159
Year / Origin: 2008 · Beverley / Hull
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 03/10/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 138,758 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 03/10/2024

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Mileage: 138,758 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1910cc

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YT08 LEJ Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/10/2023
138,758 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo 159

Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

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YT08 LEJ Mileage History

30/08/2022131,493 mi
30/08/2022131,495 mi+2 mi
01/09/2023138,783 mi+7,288 mi
05/10/2023138,758 mi-25 mi

Average of roughly 6,618 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

YT08 LEJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 07:42

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (YT08 LEJ) between August 2022 and October 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 05 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick discs corroded and discoloured (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust joint deteriorated clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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