2017 ALFA ROMEO GIULIETTA1.4L PETROL

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in February 2026 at 27,921 miles. The maintenance trend shows improvement after resolving a specific electronic failure in late 2025. While the car failed the test at 27,609 miles due to an inoperative engine management light, the subsequent passes without any defects indicate the fault was addressed and the vehicle is currently meeting operating standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,100 miles per year. Data shows a period of minimal use between September 2023 (24,369 miles) and September 2024 (27,245 miles), where only 2,876 miles were covered. This low usage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine but often exposes rubber-based components like suspension bushes and tyre seals to perish or dry rot if the car sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer must pay close attention to the recurring oil leaks noted in the September 2023 and September 2024 tests. Although the tester classified these as not excessive at the time, a persistent leak on a low-mileage engine suggests a failing gasket or seal that may require monitoring. A physical inspection of the engine block and sump cover is necessary to ensure the leak has not worsened since the last recorded test. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also check for brake disc corrosion and seized calipers, which are common issues on vehicles that are driven infrequently.