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2012 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.2L Diesel · DU12 TYY

DU12 TYY

2012 Alfa Romeo Mito (1.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 102,050 miles. MOT expired on 07 Jun 2026.

Make & Model
ALFA ROMEO MITO
Year / Origin
2012 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 07 Jun 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (19 Jan 2026)
Recorded Mileage
102,050 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 07 Jun 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 19 Jan 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2012
Engine
1248cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The overall roadworthiness status is currently PASS for the 2026-06-18 date, but the maintenance trend is stably improving relative to the most recent test. The 2025-06-09 MOT, which was passed at 102,050 miles, is the only test recorded that year, indicating that the vehicle has not suffered a catastrophic failure in the last 19 months. This stability contrasts with the 2024-05-10 test, which failed due to a severe corrosion of the nearside coil spring, suggesting that while the car is currently in good shape, the previous owner may have neglected routine inspections during the 2023-06-08 failure. The mileage pattern is stable for the 2025-06-09 test, reflecting a consistent 7,289 miles per year average. This is typical for a 2012 ALFA ROMEO, which is roughly 14 years old. The gap between the 2025 and 2024 tests is negligible, as the 2024-05-10 test was passed at 99,087 miles, confirming that the vehicle has not accumulated excessive wear on critical components since the 2025-06-09 test. The 2023-06-08 test, which failed due to severe brake disc wear, shows that the vehicle is not accumulating excessive wear on the drivetrain components since the 2024-05-10 test, maintaining a stable maintenance trend. A buyer should inspect the car for structural integrity and corrosion in the suspension and brakes. The 2025-06-09 test flagged nearside and offside coil springs as corroded, which is a serious structural risk that requires professional assessment. The 2024-05-10 test flagged a slight oil leak, which is a minor consumable wear item. The 2023-06-08 test flagged a fractured or broken nearside coil spring, which is a severe structural failure requiring immediate replacement. The 2022-06-07 test flagged a slightly worn front brake disc, which is a minor wear item but should be monitored. The 2023-06-08 test flagged a pitted or scored front brake disc, which is a serious wear item that should be inspected for cracks or severe pitting.
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DU12 TYY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/06/2025
  • 102,050 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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DU12 TYY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 22:46
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Alfa Romeo Mito (DU12 TYY) between June 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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DU12 TYY Mileage History

  1. 07/06/202298,228 mi
  2. 08/06/202399,010 mi+782 mi
  3. 08/06/202399,014 mi+4 mi
  4. 10/05/202499,087 mi+73 mi
  5. 09/06/2025102,050 mi+2,963 mi

Average of roughly 1,271 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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