ALFA ROMEO 1592009 · 2.2L PETROL

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile due to a lack of documented testing for the past eight years. While the last recorded test in January 2018 at 66,106 miles showed a pass following an initial failure, there is no verifiable MOT data beyond that point. The maintenance trend leading up to the gap was reactive, with repeated failures for suspension components and tyres suggesting that repairs were only addressed when necessitated by a tester rather than through a preventative schedule. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging under 4,000 miles per year. However, the gap of 6,493 miles between February 2017 (59,613 miles) and January 2018 (66,106 miles) indicates the car may have sat stationary for long periods. Such low usage often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber-based components like perished bushings, perished gaiters, and seized brake calipers, which are not fully captured by a low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems, as these were recurring failure points. The history shows persistent issues with the offside front lower ball joint and nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage, alongside a binding rear brake noted in early 2017. Given the reported weeping from the inner CV gaiter in early 2018, the drives should be checked for grease leaks which indicate imminent failure. Furthermore, the previously corroded exhaust heat shields suggest a need to inspect the underbody for advanced structural rust, which is common on Alfa Romeo models of this age.