2009 Alfa Romeo 159 1.8L Petrol · SL59 XTJ
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/10/2009. Recorded mileage 161,523 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/04/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,523 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1796cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SL59 XTJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2024
- 161,523 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
SL59 XTJ Mileage History
- 11/04/2022145,933 mi
- 12/04/2023152,549 mi+6,616 mi
- 27/04/2023152,733 mi+184 mi
- 24/04/2024161,523 mi+8,790 mi
- 24/04/2024161,523 mi
Average of roughly 7,655 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL59 XTJ 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 (SL59 XTJ) between April 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.