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Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon. Check any 159 Sportwagon by registration number below.

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91.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+8.4%

vs Alfa Romeo Avg

6

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon — MOT Reliability Overview

The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon has an average MOT pass rate of 91.4%, which is 8.4 percentage points above the Alfa Romeo brand average of 82.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 159 Sportwagon is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 71 vehicles

91.5%Excellent
Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%

2010

Based on 181 vehicles

92.8%Excellent
Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%
Mileage at 5yr

128k mi

2009

Based on 299 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%
Mileage at 5yr

112k mi

Mileage at 10yr

195k mi

2008

Based on 472 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%
Mileage at 10yr

191k mi

2007

Based on 600 vehicles

89.7%Excellent
Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%
Mileage at 10yr

194k mi

2006

Based on 423 vehicles

91.3%Excellent
Alfa Romeo average: 82.9%
Mileage at 10yr

181k mi

Other Alfa Romeo Models

Compare MOT reliability across Alfa Romeo models.

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98.9% pass rate

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74.2% pass rate

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73.6% pass rate

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87.7% pass rate

Alfa Romeo 159 1.9 Jtd 16v 150 Sportwagon

88.6% pass rate

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92.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

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Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon

Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon?
The average MOT pass rate for the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon is 91.4% compared to the Alfa Romeo average of 82.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.4%, the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon?
Typical mileage for the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon: 128,274 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 159 Sportwagon to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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