2010 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · FN60 LVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the history reveals a concerning trend regarding structural integrity and mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 166,958 miles, it had failed just two days prior due to significant structural corrosion on both offside and nearside rear inner sills. The fact that the vehicle passed immediately after this failure, with a note that the sills were covered heavily with underseal, suggests a cosmetic attempt to mask deep rust rather than perform a permanent structural repair. At 166,958 miles over 16 years, the car has averaged approximately 10,435 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for its age. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 11,000 miles driven between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests, and another 11,200 miles between late 2024 and late 2025. This regular use places steady demand on wear-related components, which is reflected in the recurring issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sills to ensure the underseal is not hiding active structural rot. The mechanical history also shows a persistent front oil leak noted in 2023 and 2025, which indicates a slow gasket or seal failure that has not been proactively addressed. Furthermore, the rear parking brake only just met the efficiency threshold in the latest test, suggesting the mechanism is seizing or has worn shoes/pads that will require immediate attention to prevent future failure. The recurring nature of these faults suggests a maintenance regime that is purely reactive rather than preventative.