2006 Alfa Romeo 159 2.2L Petrol · WP55 OFW
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 24 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 113,822 miles. MOT expired on 22 Sept 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,822 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WP55 OFW Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2023
- 113,822 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WP55 OFW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (WP55 OFW) between January 2009 and September 2023.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 22 September 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 (14 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
WP55 OFW Mileage History
- 19/01/200930,892 mi
- 06/02/200930,946 mi+54 mi
- 09/10/200936,246 mi+5,300 mi
- 09/09/201046,173 mi+9,927 mi
- 10/10/201153,939 mi+7,766 mi
- 10/10/201153,939 mi
- 30/10/201254,119 mi+180 mi
- 02/11/201254,119 mi
- 16/10/201358,056 mi+3,937 mi
- 16/10/201465,788 mi+7,732 mi
- 30/10/201569,421 mi+3,633 mi
- 28/10/201673,185 mi+3,764 mi
- 27/10/201778,320 mi+5,135 mi
- 16/07/201880,344 mi+2,024 mi
- 22/07/201987,608 mi+7,264 mi
- 14/11/201987,794 mi+186 mi
- 11/11/202094,084 mi+6,290 mi
- 25/08/202196,385 mi+2,301 mi
- 03/09/202196,385 mi
- 24/09/2022102,932 mi+6,547 mi
- 22/09/2023113,822 mi+10,890 mi
Average of roughly 5,652 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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- Front Subframe CorrosionSerious
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 FailureSerious
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 FailureSerious
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.
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