2013 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.6L Diesel · MJ13 AEZ
2013 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2013. Recorded mileage 161,893 miles. MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- ALFA ROMEO GIULIETTA
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,893 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MJ13 AEZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2026
- 161,893 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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MJ13 AEZ Mileage History
- 18/02/2023120,347 mi
- 06/02/2024137,254 mi+16,907 mi
- 09/02/2024137,487 mi+233 mi
- 22/02/2025150,113 mi+12,626 mi
- 17/02/2026161,893 mi+11,780 mi
Average of roughly 13,862 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MJ13 AEZ MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (MJ13 AEZ) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 February 2026 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: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
This high-mileage Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1
A pre-purchase inspection by an Alfa Romeo specialist (or at minimum an independent familiar with Italian marques) is essential before committing. The single MOT failure in February 2024 was down to worn front suspension arm pins/bushes, and the same items were flagged as advisories on the February 2026 pass — meaning the issue has either been monitored rather than fixed or has returned. Budget for a full front suspension refresh including new bushes, drop links and likely wishbones; on a diesel Giulietta at this mileage, ask for evidence of timing belt and water pump replacement (typically due every 5 years or 60,000 miles), clutch condition (diesel dual-mass flywheels are expensive), and turbo actuator operation.
Negotiate hard on price. Even though the car passes, the combination of 161,893 miles and recurring suspension wear signals an end-of-life-cycle diesel that will need significant spend to remain reliable. Ask the seller for any service invoices, particularly for the timing belt service, and check that the diesel particulate filter (DPF) has not been deleted or forced into regeneration frequently — a common Giulietta JTDM concern. Confirm the AdBlue system is functioning if the model is Euro 6 compliant. Insist on a long test drive covering a mix of urban and motorway driving, listening for clutch judder, turbo whistle irregularities and any dashboard warning lights.
The 1.6 JTDM diesel Giulietta typically returns 50-60 mpg on a motorway run, dropping to around 40 mpg in mixed use — competitive for a family hatch of this size. Road tax on a 2013 diesel sits in a higher band than equivalent petrol cars of the same age, and many urban clean air zones (including ULEZ in London) charge for older diesels, so check your local authority's rules before buying. Insurance is group 19-22 depending on trim, which is mid-range for the class.
Annual running costs will be elevated by the vehicle's age and mileage. Budget approximately £1,100-£1,400 per year covering fuel, tax, insurance and routine maintenance, but recognise that any major item — dual-mass flywheel, DPF, turbo or injector work — could add £500-£1,500 in a single repair. Sourcing parts for Alfa Romeos is more expensive than for mainstream rivals, and specialist labour rates apply if you avoid a main dealer.
Begin with the front suspension: the MOT history shows the nearside front suspension arm pin or bush was noted in February 2024 (as a failure), again in February 2026 (as an advisory) and the offside front inner bush was excessively worn at the failure. On inspection, jack the car up and rock each front wheel at 9 and 3 o'clock to feel for play; any clunking or visible bush deterioration means replacement is imminent. Also check the rear brakes — the February 2026 test noted a rear service brake binding, so verify the caliper handbrake mechanism operates freely and the rear discs are not scored.
Inspect the diesel-specific components. Check for blue or white smoke from the exhaust on startup, listen for excessive turbo whistle, and verify EGR and DPF operation via a diagnostic scan — Alfa Romeo JTDM units are known for EGR valve carbon build-up and DPF clogging at high mileage. Examine the engine bay for oil leaks (one was noted as 'not excessive' in February 2026), particularly from the rocker cover and turbo oil feed pipes. Finally, check all four tyres for uneven wear — the 2023 and 2025 MOTs both recorded front tyres worn on the inner or close to the legal limit, suggesting either aggressive alignment settings or worn suspension geometry.
First registered in June 2013, this white 1.6-litre diesel Giulietta has covered 161,893 miles across 13 years — well above the model average of 7,381 annual miles implied by the aggregate data. Five MOT tests are recorded, with one failure in February 2024 (both front suspension arm bushes worn, offside excessively so) and four passes, though the most recent pass in February 2026 carried four advisories including the same suspension issue recurring. The mileage progression implies roughly 12,500 miles per year, far higher than typical, which is relevant context for evaluating wear items.
Across 27,647 Alfa Romeo Giulietta examples analysed, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% — below average for the family hatch class — with headlamp, tyre and suspension arm issues being the top failure reasons. This model's suspension bush wear aligns with the broader pattern observed in the aggregate data.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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