2016 Alfa Romeo Mito 0.9L Petrol · OE66 ABX

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile, showing a recent pass in February 2026 at 90,634 miles, but the history indicates a tendency toward reactive rather than preventative upkeep. While the December 2024 test showed no defects, the most recent inspection flagged a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. This follows a significant period of instability in late 2023, where a failed test at 80,110 miles revealed multiple issues including wheel bearing roughness on three corners and an exhaust lambda reading outside specified limits. Although these faults were resolved for the subsequent pass, the pattern suggests intermittent neglect of consumable components. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 30,717 miles in December 2019 to the current 90,634 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing frequency, with annual tests occurring reliably between 2019 and 2026. This steady usage suggests the car has seen regular road use rather than long periods of stationary storage, which helps mitigate certain types of age-related deterioration. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension and wheel bearings. The December 2023 failure highlighted roughness in the nearside front, nearside rear, and offside rear wheel bearings, indicating that the hub assemblies have been under stress. Furthermore, the recurring mentions of shock absorber oil misting in 2021 and 2022 suggest the front suspension components may be nearing the end of their service life. The brake history also warrants attention. The 2019 failure for thin brake pads and the 2021 advisory for pitted or scored front discs indicate that braking components have been allowed to wear significantly before replacement. Given the recent advisory regarding tyre wear in February 2026, a physical check of the remaining tyre tread and the condition of the brake discs and pads is essential to ensure the vehicle meets current safety standards.