2015 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4L Petrol · EN15 UAC

The 2015 Alfa Romeo Giulietta presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 7 January 2026 at 83,989 miles with zero defects recorded. That same day also produced a failed test for a split windscreen washer pipe, a trivial plumbing fault that was evidently rectified immediately given the subsequent pass. The record shows no recurring mechanical or structural failures, which is a positive indicator of responsible ownership in the vehicle's later life. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between 6 January 2023 at 61,054 miles and 3 January 2025 at 75,116 miles, the car covered 14,062 miles in two years, then added a further 8,873 miles in the twelve months leading to the January 2026 test. That equates to roughly 7,600 miles per year across the vehicle's life, which is unremarkable for a petrol hatchback of this age. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer readings that would suggest long periods of disuse or clocking concerns. The advisory history is sparse but worth noting. In January 2023, both front tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit and wearing on the edges, which typically points to tracking misalignment or neglected tyre rotation rather than simple age-related wear. A buyer should inspect the inner and outer shoulders of all four tyres for uneven wear patterns and have the four-wheel alignment checked. The January 2025 test recorded a rear parking brake efficiency reading that only just met the minimum threshold, suggesting the handbrake cables may be stretching or the rear pads and adjusters need attention. A physical inspection should verify that the handbrake holds the car firmly on a steep incline and that the rear calipers are not binding. Beyond the flagged items, the Giulietta's known weak points deserve attention. The front subframe and suspension mounting points are prone to corrosion, particularly on cars that have spent time in wet or salted-road conditions. A buyer should have the underside inspected for rust on the subframe, wishbone mounting points, and along the inner wing seams. The 1.4 MultiAir turbo engine can develop oil consumption and timing chain stretch at this mileage, so a cold start listening for rattling from the top end and a check of the oil level and condition are advisable. The lack of structural or suspension advisories in the MOT record is encouraging, but a pre-purchase inspection remains essential on any eleven-year-old performance hatchback.