2007 Alfa Romeo 159 1.9L Diesel · YJ07 CFC
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 31 Jul 2007. Recorded mileage 167,019 miles. MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO 159
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Feb 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,019 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YJ07 CFC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 18/11/2023
- 167,019 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
YJ07 CFC Mileage History
- 11/02/2022166,391 mi
- 01/03/2022166,597 mi+206 mi
- 19/09/2023166,945 mi+348 mi
- 18/11/2023167,019 mi+74 mi
Average of roughly 356 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
YJ07 CFC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (YJ07 CFC) between February 2022 and November 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 November 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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