2010 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · RJ10 SFO
2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 30/07/2010. Recorded mileage 183,618 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 183,618 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1910cc
RJ10 SFO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2024
- 183,618 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 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.
RJ10 SFO Mileage History
- 08/10/2021140,769 mi
- 07/10/2022157,357 mi+16,588 mi
- 25/10/2022157,494 mi+137 mi
- 24/10/2023166,680 mi+9,186 mi
- 16/10/2024183,618 mi+16,938 mi
Average of roughly 14,178 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RJ10 SFO 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 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (RJ10 SFO) between October 2021 and October 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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 Headlamp aim too high Checked with internal adjuster on 0. (4.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. Checked with internal adjuster on 0. (4.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
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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