2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4L Petrol · MF12 ACX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive replacement. The most recent test in November 2025 at 74,338 miles failed due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint, but the vehicle passed upon rectification with no further defects. This suggests the owner is willing to address safety-critical faults once flagged, yet recurring failures indicate that components are allowed to run until failure between inspections. At 74,338 miles, this 14-year-old Alfa Romeo shows low mileage, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. The data shows a significant drop in usage between November 2022 and October 2023, where the car covered only 2,286 miles, followed by a more active period of 14,716 miles between late 2023 and late 2025. Such low mileage often leads to degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion, which aligns with the mechanical issues recorded over time. A buyer should closely inspect the suspension and braking systems, as the record shows multiple issues in these areas. The tester flagged a fractured offside front coil spring and corroded rear coil spring in 2020, indicating potential rust issues on the underbody. The 2023 test identified pitted and scored front brake discs alongside a distorted offside rear inner wheel, suggesting the vehicle may suffer from sitting for long periods or hitting potholes. Checking for play in all ball joints and wear in the bushings is essential, given the recent failure of the front ball joint just eight months ago.