2007 Alfa Romeo 159 2.4L Diesel · WM07 NXG

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate failures following successful tests. The most recent entry from 8 May 2023 at 101,862 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, which typically suggests an administrative error or a specific component failure that was rectified immediately prior to the previous pass. This trend shows that while the vehicle is capable of meeting standards, the owner may only address issues when prompted by a tester rather than performing preventative maintenance. At approximately 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 101,862 miles represents a low average of roughly 5,300 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low usage between 2021 and 2023, with the car covering only 3,771 miles in that two-year period. While low mileage often reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long periods of standing implied by these figures can lead to degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and perished fluid lines, which are not always fully captured by a standard MOT inspection. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension geometry and structural integrity, as the Alfa Romeo 159 is prone to front subframe corrosion and rear wisharm wear. Given the low mileage and age, check for cracks in the coil springs and perished rubber bushings that occur from time rather than distance. The braking system also requires close scrutinising for pitting on the discs or binding pistons, as vehicles that are driven infrequently often suffer from surface rust and seized braking hardware.