2008 Alfa Romeo 159 2.4L Diesel · YA57 UPE
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 30/01/2008. Recorded mileage 134,524 miles. MOT valid until 18/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,524 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2387cc
YA57 UPE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 134,524 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: Average
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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.
YA57 UPE Mileage History
- 02/03/2023125,290 mi
- 03/03/2023125,290 mi
- 28/02/2024131,559 mi+6,269 mi
- 11/03/2026134,523 mi+2,964 mi
- 19/03/2026134,524 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,030 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YA57 UPE 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 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (YA57 UPE) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 March 2026 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.
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