ALFA ROMEO GIULIETTA2016 · 1.6L DIESEL

The most recent MOT, dated 8 July 2025, was a FAIL at 75,246 miles. The failure was recorded for a fractured off‑side rear coil spring, together with worn front lower suspension arm pins/bushes on both sides and a corroded near‑side rear coil spring. The same date also shows a PASS entry that lists the same bush wear and coil‑spring corrosion but does not mention the fracture, confirming that the spring break was the decisive safety issue. The recurring pattern across the last four years is clear: the vehicle’s rear coil springs have been corroded since at least 2022, and the front lower suspension arm bushings have been flagged as worn since 2024. In 2025 the corrosion has progressed to a fractured rear spring, indicating a deterioration rather than a stable condition. The trend is therefore worsening, with multiple suspension components now approaching the point of failure. Mileage of 75,246 miles on a ten‑year‑old Alfa Romeo Giulietta works out to about 7,500 miles per year – roughly average for its age. This figure does not, on its own, point to unusually hard use, but it does mean the car has accumulated enough mileage for normal wear on suspension components. The presence of corrosion on the rear springs suggests the vehicle may have spent periods exposed to moisture, while the worn bushings could be a result of typical wear or possibly more aggressive driving. For a prospective buyer the first things to check in person are: Rear suspension: look for any visible cracks, rust or sag in the rear coil springs, and feel for excessive bounce or uneven ride height.