2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0L Petrol · FP67 WVL

The 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia presents a stable and largely positive roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT conducted on 17 June 2025 at 43,043 miles resulting in a pass. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the latest test did flag a minor recurring concern. Both the nearside and offside front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored on their inner faces, though not seriously weakened. This is a notable shift from the preceding four consecutive clean passes between 2022 and 2024, suggesting the front braking components have entered a wear phase that warrants monitoring. The vehicle has not failed an MOT since July 2022, when an offside headlamp aim defect was identified and rectified the following day, indicating the previous owner addressed that issue promptly. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. Across nine years, the car has covered just 43,043 miles, averaging approximately 4,783 miles per year, well below the typical UK annual figure of around 8,000 to 12,000 miles. The progression is steady and unremarkable: 22,397 miles in July 2022, 30,461 miles by June 2023, 39,426 miles by June 2024, and 43,043 miles by June 2025. This equates to roughly 8,000 miles per year between 2022 and 2025, which is moderate, but the earlier years from 2017 to 2022 saw only around 22,400 miles covered, suggesting the vehicle spent extended periods stationary. Such prolonged inactivity can cause flat-spotting of tyres, moisture accumulation in brake components and fuel systems, and localised corrosion on brake discs that may explain the pitting noted in the most recent test. A prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front braking system. The pitted and scored front discs flagged in June 2025 are consistent with a vehicle that has seen intermittent use, where disc surfaces develop corrosion during standing periods and then get scored by pad contact during driving. Check whether the discs have since been replaced or whether the pitting has progressed to the point where braking vibration or reduced friction is evident. Inspect the condition of the front brake pads for uneven wear, and examine the calipers for any signs of binding, which is a known issue on Giulias and can accelerate disc degradation. Given the low annual mileage, also assess the tyre age and condition carefully; rubber deteriorates with time regardless of tread depth, and original or early replacement tyres from a 2017 vehicle may now be past their safe service life even if tread appears adequate. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for perishing, as infrequent but potentially enthusiastic driving on poor surfaces can stress these components disproportionately. Finally, inspect the underside and subframes for surface corrosion, particularly around mounting points and along the exhaust system, as vehicles that stand for long periods are more susceptible to moisture-related corrosion in these areas.