2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.6L Diesel · MA11 YHT

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in November 2025 at 92,144 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a volatile trend regarding structural integrity and basic upkeep. The most recent pass followed a significant failure just days prior at 92,084 miles due to excessive corrosion on the rear suspension component mounting areas on both sides. This indicates that while the immediate repairs were made, the presence of significant structural rust suggests the vehicle is entering a stage where metal degradation is a primary concern. At 92,144 miles, this 15-year-old car has averaged approximately 6,100 miles per year, which is consistent with low-use patterns. The mileage data shows steady progression between tests, moving from October 2023 at 72,245 miles to November 2024 at 81,670 miles. Despite the low mileage profile, the vehicle suffered from severe neglect during the November 2024 failure, which recorded missing wheel fixings, bald tyres, and a missing fuel cap simultaneously, suggesting a lack of basic pre-test inspections by previous owners. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the lower chassis and suspension geometry. The record shows recurring corrosion issues starting with sills and rear coil springs noted as rusted in 2023, which progressed to a structural-level failure by late 2025. The buyer should verify that the repairs to the rear suspension mountings are robust and not merely surface-level. Additionally, the history of modified suspension arm mountings and worn anti-roll bar bushes requires a close look at the front end handling to ensure no further play or instability remains from these previous mechanical faults.