2009 Alfa Romeo 159 2.4L Diesel · LS04 NES
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 124,256 miles. MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,256 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LS04 NES Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2025
- 124,256 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LS04 NES MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (LS04 NES) between June 2025 and June 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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- Front Subframe CorrosionSerious
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 FailureSerious
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 FailureSerious
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.
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