2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.9L Petrol · LS20 TKX

A clean and consistent MOT record supports the mechanical case for this Giulia, with three consecutive passes and only superficial tyre advisories noted at the most recent test on 12 June 2025. There are no recorded failures, no corrosion advisories on structural or underbody components, and no flagged issues across the braking, suspension, exhaust, or steering systems. The fact that both advisory items relate to non-structural tyre damage rather than wear-related deterioration further reinforces the impression of a lightly stressed vehicle in good mechanical order. Overall, the DVSA history presents a stable and improving roadworthiness trend with no evidence of chronic defects or recurring component failures. Against an age of approximately six years, the recorded 11,965 miles equates to an annual accumulation of around 1,994 miles, which is markedly below the typical usage profile for a modern saloon of this class. The MOT history shows annual tests from 2023 onwards with consistent low-mileage progression and no extended gaps in testing, indicating that the vehicle has remained in active use rather than being laid up for prolonged periods. Mechanically, this low usage reduces wear on major drivetrain components, clutches, and brake friction materials, but it does place greater emphasis on the condition of items that degrade through age rather than mileage, such as rubber bushes, sealing components, and lubricants that may not have been regularly circulated. A confirmed service history demonstrating time-based rather than purely mileage-based maintenance would therefore be particularly relevant to verify. For a prospective buyer, the most directly relevant area to inspect is the rear tyre set, given the recorded cuts on both the nearside and offside rear tyres at the 2025 test. While the advisories confirmed the cuts did not penetrate to the ply or cords, tyre damage of this nature can sometimes progress or indicate impacts from kerbing or potholes, so a close inspection of the sidewalls for bulges, cracking, and uneven wear patterns is warranted before purchase. On a test drive, any pulling to one side, vibration through the steering wheel, or uneven braking response could suggest suspension or alignment issues not yet recorded at test time. Given the low annual mileage, particular attention should be paid to the suspension system during any physical inspection. The Giulia uses a multi-link rear suspension arrangement, and components such as the trailing arms, bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages can suffer from dry rot or stiffness when a vehicle is used only intermittently. Listen for clonking or knocking noises over uneven surfaces, particularly from the rear axle, and check for any uneven tyre tread wear that might indicate geometry misalignment or seized suspension joints. Additionally, given the age of the vehicle, inspect the underbody and exhaust mounting rubbers for any signs of corrosion or deterioration, as six-year-old rubber and steel components can degrade even on low-mileage examples. A thorough road test on varied surfaces, combined with verification of recent time-based servicing, should provide strong confidence in the vehicle's continued roadworthiness.