2016 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · FD66 PYJ

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta currently holds a valid MOT certificate following the 22 May 2026 test at 107,907 miles, a result recorded just three weeks prior to the current date. The record shows a clear deterioration in maintenance standards over the past twelve months. The vehicle passed cleanly in July 2023, July 2024, and May 2025 with zero defects, indicating consistent upkeep during that period. The recent failure on 21 May 2026 at 107,906 miles, followed by a pass the next day, reveals reactive rather than preventative servicing. The tester recorded excessive exhaust emissions, misaligned front headlamps, and an empty washer reservoir as immediate fail items, while simultaneously logging multiple advisories for suspension and braking components. This shift from a flawless record to clustered mechanical warnings signals that routine servicing has lapsed, allowing wear items to accumulate simultaneously. The recorded distance of 107,907 miles across a ten-year lifespan averages roughly 10,800 miles annually, which aligns with standard private usage. The test history shows steady progression until the gap between July 2023 and May 2025, where the odometer advanced 15,911 miles over twenty-two months. The subsequent twelve months added a further 15,257 miles, pushing the total past the 100,000-mile threshold. This consistent accumulation rules out prolonged periods of inactivity, meaning the chassis and drivetrain have endured continuous road loads. The absence of defects across three consecutive tests suggests the previous owner maintained basic mechanical care, but the sudden appearance of multiple suspension and brake advisories indicates that preventative replacement of wear parts was deferred once the vehicle crossed the 90,000-mile mark. A prospective buyer must prioritise a hands-on inspection of the front suspension geometry and braking system. The tester flagged corrosion on the offside front, nearside rear, and offside rear coil springs, which compromises ride height control and increases the risk of spring fracture under load. Worn Macpherson strut pin bushes on both front corners produce audible movement and will degrade steering precision. The front brake discs show measurable wear that has not yet reached the dangerous threshold, but the material is thinning and will require replacement within a short service window. The recent emissions failure points to a degraded catalytic converter or oxygen sensor, while the headlamp aim and washer faults reflect basic neglect. Verify the structural mounting points around the corroded springs and request a diagnostic scan to confirm the exhaust system meets manufacturer limits before committing to the purchase.