2010 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.4L Petrol · FE60 VML

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness status characterized by a worsening trend in deferred maintenance on critical mechanical components. While it passed its most recent test in February 2025 at 83,849 miles, this followed a significant failure just two days prior. The history reveals a pattern where faults are only addressed when they legally force a failure, rather than being proactively maintained. The recurring presence of exhaust leaks and suspensionrelated issues suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase where age-related degradation is outpacing basic upkeep. At a recorded 83,849 miles over 16 years, the car has covered a low average of approximately 5,241 miles per year. However, the usage pattern is inconsistent, with a gap of over 6,000 miles between November 2023 and November 2024, followed by a rapid burst of activity. This low-mile profile often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components, which is evidenced by the repeated advisories for perished tyres in 2022 and 2023, and persistent corrosion noted across multiple years. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and exhaust systems. The record consistently flags corroded rear coil springs and worn suspension arm bushes dating back to 2022, with excessive wear finally being noted in the February 2025 failure. The exhaust system shows signs of non-standard repairs to the front flange and a separated outer skin on the rear box, indicating structural patch-work rather than replacement of parts. Furthermore, the braking system requires close scrutiny; the history of pitted discs, imbalanced axle readings, and a binding rear brake in 2022 suggests the calipers may be seizing or the hardware is deteriorating due to long periods of inactivity.