2008 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · CK08 VXM
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/05/2008. Recorded mileage 140,689 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/03/2018
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,689 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1910cc
CK08 VXM Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2017
- 140,689 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
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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.
CK08 VXM Mileage History
- 15/04/201168,988 mi
- 20/04/201292,086 mi+23,098 mi
- 04/03/2013107,460 mi+15,374 mi
- 01/03/2014115,217 mi+7,757 mi
- 01/03/2014115,217 mi
- 26/02/2015120,752 mi+5,535 mi
- 27/02/2015120,753 mi+1 mi
- 25/02/2016125,778 mi+5,025 mi
- 25/02/2016125,778 mi
- 24/02/2017140,689 mi+14,911 mi
Average of roughly 12,225 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
CK08 VXM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (CK08 VXM) between April 2011 and February 2017.
The record contains 7 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 February 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Nearside Rear Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”.
Common Problems: ALFA ROMEO 159
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Front Subframe Corrosion(Serious)
The front subframes were poorly protected from the factory and are prone to severe rusting in the UK climate. Replacing one is expensive due to parts and labor.
- M32 Gearbox Bearing Failure(Serious)
The M32 6-speed gearbox used in 1.9 diesels and 2.2 petrols has weak bearings that fail over time, especially if the oil is not changed.
- Power Steering Rack Failure(Serious)
Early cars used red steering fluid which damaged the rack seals. Many have been converted to green fluid, but the damage may already be done.
- Stretched Timing Chain (JTS Engines)(Moderate)
The 1.9 and 2.2 JTS petrol engines can suffer from stretched timing chains, often caused by long oil change intervals.
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