2009 Alfa Romeo 159 2.4L Diesel · WV59 OPE
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 22/09/2009. Recorded mileage 106,623 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/05/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,623 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 2387cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
WV59 OPE Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2022
- 106,623 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
WV59 OPE Mileage History
- 06/09/201236,715 mi
- 07/09/201236,716 mi+1 mi
- 14/09/201349,473 mi+12,757 mi
- 16/09/201349,485 mi+12 mi
- 10/09/201456,634 mi+7,149 mi
- 11/09/201456,634 mi
- 13/10/201564,462 mi+7,828 mi
- 13/10/201670,246 mi+5,784 mi
- 13/10/201778,193 mi+7,947 mi
- 09/10/201886,147 mi+7,954 mi
- 11/10/201886,152 mi+5 mi
- 15/07/202095,289 mi+9,137 mi
- 22/07/2021101,993 mi+6,704 mi
- 27/05/2022106,623 mi+4,630 mi
Average of roughly 7,193 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
WV59 OPE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (WV59 OPE) between September 2012 and May 2022.
The record contains 10 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 27 May 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))”.
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.