2010 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.4L Petrol · FP10 SDV

The Alfa Romeo Mito presents as roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 28 January 2026 at 80,862 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The tester recorded no defects at that examination. This clean result follows a failed test on 26 January 2026 at 80,861 miles where, unusually, no specific defects were listed by the DVSA system, suggesting an administrative or presentation failure rather than a mechanical fault. The mileage pattern reflects light use for a 2010 vehicle. Over the 16-year lifespan the car averaged roughly 5,054 miles per year. From the 24 October 2024 test at 78,454 miles to the 8 October 2025 test at 80,368 miles it covered just 1,914 miles, then added only 494 miles by January 2026. Such low annual accumulation implies prolonged standing periods, which commonly accelerates perishable component degradation such as tyre sidewall cracking, brake caliper seizure, and fluid contamination despite the clean advisory record. A buyer should physically verify the suspension bushes and coil springs for age-related fatigue, as low-mileage cars often hide worn rubber components until stressed. The brake discs and calipers warrant inspection for binding or corrosion after extended dormancy. Structural integrity beneath sills and subframes needs checking for hidden rust not captured in the pass results. Given the sparse and defect-free MOT entries, previous owners likely kept the car garaged with minimal use rather than neglecting maintenance. The two anomaly failures without recorded defects should be clarified with the selling garage to confirm no suppressed mechanical concerns exist before purchase.