2017 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA2.1L Diesel

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent MOT on 20 January 2026 at 107,256 miles indicates the onset of suspension wear. While the car passed its latest inspection, the tester flagged light oil misting on both nearside and offside front shock absorbers. This follows a period of clean results in 2024, suggesting that while the vehicle has been well-maintained, component fatigue is now becoming evident as it enters higher mileage. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical UK usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,900 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 50,269 miles in early 2020 to the current 107,256 miles. A notable jump occurred between the December 2022 test at 90,325 miles and the January 2024 test at 97,400 miles, representing a period of slightly lower usage, but the overall trend remains predictable without evidence of long-term neglect or excessive high-speed motorway running. Previous records highlight a pattern of tyre management issues. In January 2020, the vehicle failed due to multiple tyre defects including cuts and excessive wear, and subsequent advisories for inner tyre wear in December 2022 suggest possible alignment issues. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry and wheel alignment to ensure the inner tyre wear noted previously has been rectified. The recent shock absorber misting warrants a physical check to determine if the seals are nearing failure or if the dampers require imminent replacement. The history also shows a minor front oil leak in January 2020 which was noted as not excessive. Although no recent leaks were flagged, a thorough inspection of the engine bay and undercarriage is necessary to confirm this issue remains resolved. Given the recent advisory on the dampers, the buyer should also check the condition of all other suspension bushes and steering components to ensure the vehicle's handling remains tight and consistent with its mileage.