2011 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · MU51 CDZ
2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 21/04/2011. Recorded mileage 65,010 miles. MOT valid until 24/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,010 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1910cc
MU51 CDZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 65,010 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
MU51 CDZ Mileage History
- 08/10/202258,683 mi
- 27/09/202361,307 mi+2,624 mi
- 23/09/202463,424 mi+2,117 mi
- 30/09/202463,427 mi+3 mi
- 14/10/202565,010 mi+1,583 mi
Average of roughly 2,097 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MU51 CDZ 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 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (MU51 CDZ) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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