2016 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.4L Petrol · EF65 UDW

Based on the DVSA MOT records, this Alfa Romeo MiTo presents a stable but recently deteriorating roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 29 November 2025 at 72,817 miles passed, yet it flagged six separate advisories, a notable shift from the clean bills of health recorded in 2024 and the first half of 2022. The trend is not catastrophic, but it signals that basic cosmetic and consumable upkeep has slipped in the latter half of 2025. Both headlamp lenses are described as slightly defective, suggesting UV degradation or stone damage that will likely worsen and could affect beam aim at the next test. More critically, the nearside front outer tyre sidewall is flagged as slightly damaged, which is a structural concern distinct from simple tread wear and warrants immediate inspection for bulging or deep cracking. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,282 miles per year over ten years is entirely typical for this age of vehicle and does not raise concerns about excessive wear or, conversely, long periods of inactivity that can cause dried-out seals and perished rubber. The record shows a steady progression from 49,524 miles in June 2022 to 72,817 miles in November 2025, with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer readings. The gap between the December 2024 test at 64,663 miles and the November 2025 test at 72,817 miles represents 8,154 miles in just under eleven months, indicating the car has been used consistently and is not a low-mileage garage queen whose components may have suffered from disuse. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on three areas directly supported by the advisory history. First, examine all four tyres carefully, paying particular attention to the nearside front sidewall and the general condition of the rubber across the set, as the November 2025 test noted cracking and perishing on both rear tyres alongside the damaged front sidewall, suggesting the tyres may be of similar age and approaching the end of their serviceable life. Second, inspect both headlamp lenses for hazing, crazing, or moisture ingress, since both were flagged as defective in the most recent test and replacement lenses or full units can be costly on the MiTo. Third, given the car has now covered 72,817 miles, a thorough check of the front brake discs and pads is advisable, along with an assessment of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components typically show wear at this mileage even though no mechanical defects have yet been recorded. The clean tests in 2022 and 2024 suggest the car was well maintained for much of its life, but the cluster of advisories in late 2025 indicates the current owner may have deferred minor replacements, and a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly recommended.