2009 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · NFZ 994
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 30 Apr 2009. Recorded mileage 125,307 miles. MOT valid until 02 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,307 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
NFZ 994 Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 125,307 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
NFZ 994 Mileage History
- 16/04/201212,566 mi
- 16/04/201212,566 mi
- 10/04/201318,575 mi+6,009 mi
- 14/04/201425,320 mi+6,745 mi
- 13/04/201531,612 mi+6,292 mi
- 08/06/201532,044 mi+432 mi
- 24/05/201640,296 mi+8,252 mi
- 17/05/201747,524 mi+7,228 mi
- 31/05/201860,939 mi+13,415 mi
- 17/05/201973,138 mi+12,199 mi
- 23/05/201973,305 mi+167 mi
- 19/05/202079,751 mi+6,446 mi
- 01/06/202184,933 mi+5,182 mi
- 05/08/202293,949 mi+9,016 mi
- 29/08/2023102,074 mi+8,125 mi
- 23/08/2024109,647 mi+7,573 mi
- 01/08/2025119,910 mi+10,263 mi
- 23/08/2025119,981 mi+71 mi
- 04/09/2025119,981 mi
- 21/08/2026125,307 mi+5,326 mi
Average of roughly 7,859 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
NFZ 994 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (NFZ 994) between April 2012 and August 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 21 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (17 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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