2006 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · DG56 FFD
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2006. Recorded mileage 138,176 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/03/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,176 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1910cc
DG56 FFD Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2022
- 138,176 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
DG56 FFD Mileage History
- 25/02/201051,705 mi
- 17/06/201159,947 mi+8,242 mi
- 17/06/201159,947 mi
- 23/10/201265,548 mi+5,601 mi
- 17/10/201378,641 mi+13,093 mi
- 13/10/201496,036 mi+17,395 mi
- 23/10/201496,113 mi+77 mi
- 30/10/2015106,042 mi+9,929 mi
- 30/10/2015106,045 mi+3 mi
- 19/12/2016108,606 mi+2,561 mi
- 13/12/2017113,619 mi+5,013 mi
- 11/12/2018117,553 mi+3,934 mi
- 05/07/2019117,740 mi+187 mi
- 30/01/2021132,197 mi+14,457 mi
- 25/03/2022138,176 mi+5,979 mi
Average of roughly 7,160 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
DG56 FFD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (DG56 FFD) between February 2010 and March 2022.
The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (16 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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: “Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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