2009 Alfa Romeo 159 2.2L Petrol · EA59 TYB
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 27/11/2009. Recorded mileage 123,571 miles. MOT valid until 15/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Chelmsford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,571 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 2198cc
EA59 TYB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/12/2025
- 123,571 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: 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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EA59 TYB Mileage History
- 30/10/2023119,063 mi
- 22/08/2024120,755 mi+1,692 mi
- 19/09/2025123,510 mi+2,755 mi
- 12/12/2025123,569 mi+59 mi
- 16/12/2025123,571 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 2,116 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
EA59 TYB 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 (EA59 TYB) between October 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 December 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.