2010 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.4L Petrol · GK60 WRP

The most recent MOT, conducted on 27 January 2026 at 71,392 miles, resulted in a pass, but the vehicle presents a worsening trend in suspension and exhaust wear. The tester flagged worn rear bushes on both nearside and offside front lower suspension arms, alongside a slightly noisy offside front top mount and a corroded rear exhaust box. These advisories mirror those recorded in the December 2024 test at 66,950 miles, where the same suspension arm bushes were noted as worn. The recurrence of these faults across consecutive tests indicates a gradual deterioration rather than a sudden failure, suggesting the suspension components are approaching the end of their serviceable life. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2010 vehicle, averaging roughly 4,462 miles per year over sixteen years. Accumulation has been steady rather than erratic, with 6,261 miles covered between January 2023 and December 2024, and a further 4,442 miles added between December 2024 and January 2026. The record shows no significant gaps in testing frequency, with annual tests conducted consistently. The January 2023 test at 53,992 miles was entirely clean, meaning the current advisories have developed over the most recent 17,400 miles of use. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension geometry and mounting components. The repeated identification of worn lower arm rear bushes on both sides points to a systemic issue that will affect steering precision and tyre wear if left unaddressed. The noisy offside top mount during steering input further suggests the strut assembly is fatigued. The rear exhaust box has appeared as corroded in three of the last four tests, meaning the silencer is likely holed or structurally weakened and will require replacement to prevent detachment or failed emissions testing. The January 2023 failure for an exhaust leak and defective mounting at the front of the system reinforces that the entire exhaust line warrants a thorough underside inspection for corrosion, cracked flanges, and failing hangers.