2016 ALFA ROMEO MITO0.9L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile, though the most recent MOT on 17 January 2026 at 38,244 miles indicates a shift toward consumable wear. While the car passed its latest test, the advisory regarding a front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge suggests a potential alignment issue or uneven tyre wear. This follows a period of relatively clean records, including a defect-free test in February 2022 at 28,280 miles, suggesting the vehicle has transitioned from a period of minimal wear into a phase requiring more regular upkeep of wear items. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2016 model, averaging approximately 3,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent, incremental growth, such as the 2,465-mile increase between the February 2024 and February 2025 tests. This low-use pattern often implies lighter mechanical strain on the engine and drivetrain, but the gaps between tests, such as the period between November 2019 and January 2022, could indicate the vehicle spent significant time stationary. Such patterns can sometimes lead to secondary issues like perished rubber components or seized calipers, though no major structural failures have been recorded. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking systems. The February 2025 test at 35,715 miles flagged a damaged nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover, and the January 2026 advisory regarding uneven tyre wear strongly suggests that the steering geometry or suspension bushes require verification. Additionally, the February 2024 failure due to pitted and scored rear brake discs indicates that the braking components are beginning to show age-related degradation despite the low mileage. I recommend checking the condition of the brake discs, pads, and the integrity of all steering linkages to ensure these minor issues have been fully addressed.