2008 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · RR58 RAG
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 31/12/2008. Recorded mileage 196,051 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/10/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,051 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1910cc
RR58 RAG Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2023
- 196,051 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
RR58 RAG Mileage History
- 20/12/2011104,409 mi
- 18/02/2013105,295 mi+886 mi
- 27/01/2014110,267 mi+4,972 mi
- 12/02/2015115,679 mi+5,412 mi
- 11/02/2016126,559 mi+10,880 mi
- 11/02/2016126,559 mi
- 10/02/2017145,689 mi+19,130 mi
- 14/02/2017145,747 mi+58 mi
- 17/02/2018165,739 mi+19,992 mi
- 17/02/2018165,739 mi
- 21/03/2019176,472 mi+10,733 mi
- 15/04/2019176,474 mi+2 mi
- 15/04/2019176,474 mi
- 21/09/2020183,321 mi+6,847 mi
- 05/10/2021186,869 mi+3,548 mi
- 28/09/2022190,135 mi+3,266 mi
- 09/10/2023196,051 mi+5,916 mi
Average of roughly 7,764 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
RR58 RAG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (RR58 RAG) between December 2011 and October 2023.
The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (15 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)”.
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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