2009 Alfa Romeo 159 2.4L Diesel · RV09 XSE
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 17/04/2009. Recorded mileage 180,533 miles. MOT valid until 04/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,533 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 2387cc
RV09 XSE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/10/2025
- 180,533 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.
RV09 XSE Mileage History
- 18/08/2022161,508 mi
- 18/08/2022161,510 mi+2 mi
- 18/08/2023166,887 mi+5,377 mi
- 05/11/2024276,663 km
- 18/10/2025180,533 mi
Average of roughly 6,005 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
RV09 XSE 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (RV09 XSE) between August 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 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.