2007 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · RV57 LBG
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 29/11/2007. Recorded mileage 162,195 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,195 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1910cc
RV57 LBG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/12/2023
- 162,195 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
RV57 LBG Mileage History
- 09/12/2021115,899 mi
- 10/12/2021115,901 mi+2 mi
- 08/12/2022131,851 mi+15,950 mi
- 14/12/2022131,856 mi+5 mi
- 07/12/2023162,195 mi+30,339 mi
Average of roughly 23,223 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RV57 LBG 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 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (RV57 LBG) between December 2021 and December 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 December 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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