2007 Alfa Romeo 147 1.6L Petrol · KF07 UEL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in November 2022 at 83,808 miles passed despite recurring advisories for surface pitting and scoring on both rear brake discs. While the car met legal standards, the persistence of these brake issues across 2021 and 2022 suggests the previous owner waited until components approached a failure threshold before addressingrelated corrosion. The mileage profile is notably low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between December 2020 and November 2022, where the car covered only 19,246 miles over two years. This low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces, which is evidenced by the deteriorated nearside ball joint dust cover noted in 2020 and the subsequent failure of suspension arm bushes in the late 2021 test. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the December 2021 failure highlighted critical wear on lower suspension arm bushes on both sides. Given the age of the vehicle and low mileage, these rubber elements are prone to cracking and tearing regardless of distance. The rear brake assembly should be checked for thickness and heavy rust corrosion, as the 2022 advisory indicates the discs have likely not been replaced even as the pitting has progressed, which could affect braking performance or cause uneven pad wear.