2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0L Petrol · FP67 WVB

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards worsening suspension and wheelrelated issues. The most recent test in June 2025 at 63,333 miles revealed multiple failures regarding severely deteriorated dust covers on the front suspension arm ball joints and anti-roll bar ball joints. While the car passed, the presence of four separate perished rubber components across the front axle indicates that the suspension system is reaching the end of its functional life and requires proactive attention to prevent future mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. The record progressed from 36,747 miles in late 2021 to 56,662 miles by June 2024, showing a steady usage profile. The subsequent interval of 6,671 miles occurred between the June 2024 and June 2025 tests. This relatively low mileage suggests the vehicle has not been under extreme stress, though the age of the components explains the degradation of rubber parts due to time and environment rather than high-frequency use. A buyer must inspect the front suspension personally to ensure that the ball joints and anti-roll bar links were replaced following the 2025 failures. The record also notes persistent slight distortions on both the nearside and offside front road wheels reported in both 2024 and 2025, which may cause vibration at higher speeds if not been rectified. Additionally, the history of scored and pitted brake discs in 2021 and worn tyres in 2023 suggests that while consumables are replaced when they reach limits, the current state of the brakes and tyre tread depth should be verified to ensure they are not also nearing immediate replacement.