2008 Alfa Romeo 159 2.4L Diesel · FD08 VOC
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 12/06/2008. Recorded mileage 253,888 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/01/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 253,888 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2387cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
FD08 VOC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/01/2023
- 253,888 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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FD08 VOC Mileage History
- 21/10/2021227,673 mi
- 28/10/2021227,683 mi+10 mi
- 24/11/2022253,876 mi+26,193 mi
- 04/01/2023253,888 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 21,751 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
FD08 VOC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (FD08 VOC) between October 2021 and January 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 January 2023 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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