2009 Alfa Romeo 159 1.8L Petrol · FP59 FWX
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/11/2009. Recorded mileage 124,736 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,736 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1796cc
FP59 FWX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/05/2026
- 124,736 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (3 mentions)
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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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.
FP59 FWX Mileage History
- 19/05/202298,999 mi
- 16/05/2023101,868 mi+2,869 mi
- 20/05/2024110,792 mi+8,924 mi
- 10/05/2025123,287 mi+12,495 mi
- 08/05/2026124,736 mi+1,449 mi
Average of roughly 6,484 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FP59 FWX 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 (FP59 FWX) between May 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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 Rear Outer Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounti”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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.