2008 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · BJ52 WBA
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/07/2008. Recorded mileage 76,619 miles. MOT valid until 16/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,619 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
BJ52 WBA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2026
- 76,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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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.
BJ52 WBA Mileage History
- 07/02/202369,138 mi
- 05/02/202472,017 mi+2,879 mi
- 28/01/202574,986 mi+2,969 mi
- 17/02/202575,038 mi+52 mi
- 20/01/202676,619 mi+1,581 mi
Average of roughly 2,535 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BJ52 WBA 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 (BJ52 WBA) between February 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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