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2010 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.4L Petrol · LR10 KHT

LR10 KHT

2010 Alfa Romeo Mito (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 121,109 miles. MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
ALFA ROMEO MITO
Year / Origin
2010 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 15 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
121,109 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 15 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2010
Engine
1368cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical degradation. While the September 2025 test at 121,109 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged thinning front brake pads and corrosion on the front sub-frame. This sub-frame issue is a recurring concern, having first appeared in the November 2021 test at 104,153 miles. The presence of persistent corrosion and the need for more frequent component replacements suggest the vehicle is entering a phase of age-related decline. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for a sixteen-year-old car, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 22,749 miles in 2013 to the current 121,109 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of inactivity, though the frequency of advisories has increased significantly since 2021. The most recent test was conducted roughly ten months ago, providing a relatively current snapshot of the car's condition. A prospective buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the chassis and suspension components. The MOT history reveals a pattern of suspension wear, specifically highlighted by the October 2023 failure involving worn suspension arm bushes and a split anti-roll bar linkage dust cover. Given the repeated mentions of corroded coil springs in 2019 and surface corrosion on suspension components in 2022, the integrity of the entire underside requires close examination. Braking components also require scrutiny. The record shows a history of pitted and scored brake discs, with the most recent advisory noting thin front pads in 2025. Additionally, the recurring issues with exhaust system leaks and corrosion, dating back to 2015 and appearing again in 2023, suggest the exhaust system may require near-term replacement. The combination of structural corrosion and frequent consumable wear indicates that while the car is currently legal, maintenance costs are likely to rise.
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LR10 KHT Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/09/2025
  • 121,109 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)

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LR10 KHT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Sept 2026, 00:55
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Alfa Romeo Mito (LR10 KHT) between October 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) ”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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LR10 KHT Mileage History

  1. 26/10/2022106,379 mi
  2. 02/10/2023109,329 mi+2,950 mi
  3. 03/10/2023109,330 mi+1 mi
  4. 16/10/2024117,798 mi+8,468 mi
  5. 17/09/2025121,109 mi+3,311 mi

Average of roughly 5,090 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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