2010 Alfa Romeo 159 1.8L Petrol · WR60 CXT

This Alfa Romeo 159 presents a clean and stable maintenance record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 5 September 2025 at 117,538 miles, passed with zero defects. This is not an isolated result. The vehicle has passed every single MOT for at least the last five years without a single advisory or failure, indicating a consistent and improving standard of upkeep. The trend is firmly stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural issues flagged across multiple consecutive tests. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the July 2023 test at 103,766 miles and the July 2024 test at 111,441 miles, the car covered 7,675 miles. The following year, from July 2024 to September 2025, it added 6,097 miles. This averages roughly 7,300 miles annually, which is unremarkable for a 16-year-old car. There are no suspicious gaps in the MOT record that would suggest the vehicle was sitting unused for long periods, nor any sudden spikes in mileage that would raise concerns about accelerated wear. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. The Alfa Romeo 159 is known for potential issues with suspension bushes, coil springs, and rear brake calipers that can bind intermittently. A test drive should specifically check for uneven tyre wear, which could indicate tracking or suspension wear not yet severe enough to fail an MOT. The exhaust system and its mountings should be inspected for corrosion, a common issue on older vehicles, particularly if the car has been used for short journeys. The underbody and sills require close attention. Surface corrosion on a car of this age is common, but structural corrosion is a different matter entirely. A buyer should check the jacking points, subframes, and inner wheel arches for any signs of rust that could compromise structural integrity. The clean MOT record is a strong positive indicator, but it is not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic, especially on a vehicle with the complex mechanical systems of an Alfa Romeo.