2009 Alfa Romeo 159 2.2L Petrol · DF55 BUB
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 30/01/2009. Recorded mileage 74,241 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,241 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 2198cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
DF55 BUB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2025
- 74,241 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 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: 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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DF55 BUB Mileage History
- 22/05/202371,975 mi
- 25/05/202371,976 mi+1 mi
- 19/04/202473,604 mi+1,628 mi
- 25/05/202473,667 mi+63 mi
- 28/07/202574,241 mi+574 mi
Average of roughly 1,037 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DF55 BUB 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (DF55 BUB) between May 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 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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