2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4L Petrol · MT61 RLO

The most recent MOT from January 2025 resulted in a pass, but it followed a failure due to a non-working nearside dipped beam and a minor leak in the central front exhaust. There is a recurring pattern of wear on consumables, specifically regarding brake pads which were flagged in 2022 and 2024, and tyre degradation noted in 2022. The vehicle's condition trend appears to be worsening. Although the car had no recorded defects in 2023, the subsequent MOTs have shown an increasing frequency of issues involving the exhaust, brakes, and tyres. The mileage is notably low for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 4,540 miles per year. While this implies less wear on the engine, the history of perishing tyres in 2022 suggests the car may have been subject to periods of inactivity, which can cause rubber components to age and crack even without high mileage. You should first inspect the exhaust system for any signs of leaks or unusual noise, check the condition of all tyres for cracking or perishing, and verify the remaining thickness of the brake pads.