2008 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · BD08 YZC
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 17/06/2008. Recorded mileage 161,925 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,925 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
BD08 YZC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2024
- 161,925 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
BD08 YZC Mileage History
- 15/09/2023156,600 mi
- 17/10/2023156,609 mi+9 mi
- 24/10/2023156,623 mi+14 mi
- 23/10/2024161,914 mi+5,291 mi
- 24/10/2024161,925 mi+11 mi
Average of roughly 4,800 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BD08 YZC 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 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (BD08 YZC) between September 2023 and October 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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