2010 Alfa Romeo 159 1.7L Petrol · AL59 ROM
2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.7L, petrol). First registered 01/02/2010. Recorded mileage 112,394 miles. MOT valid until 20/05/2027. Taxed until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/05/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/12/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,394 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1742cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AL59 ROM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 112,394 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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AL59 ROM Mileage History
- 26/04/2024106,377 mi
- 16/04/2025108,690 mi+2,313 mi
- 16/04/2025108,690 mi
- 18/05/2026112,394 mi+3,704 mi
- 22/05/2026112,394 mi
Average of roughly 2,907 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AL59 ROM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (AL59 ROM) between April 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 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 (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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