2010 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · RE60 NFL

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 8 April 2026 at 173,722 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean result is a positive sign, but it sits directly after a failed test on 16 March 2026 at 173,546 miles that revealed serious structural corrosion near both rear body mountings, an excessively worn nearside rear wheel bearing, and an inability to test brake performance. The maintenance trend is therefore resolving in the short term, as the March failure appears to have been addressed before the April retest. The severity of the corrosion advisories, however, warrants careful scrutiny beneath the car. The vehicle has covered roughly 10,858 miles per year over its sixteen-year life, which is typical for this age group. The most recent activity shows 176 miles covered between the March failure and the April pass, consistent with a repair and retest cycle rather than sustained use. The broader mileage progression from 125,677 miles in March 2023 to 173,722 miles by April 2026 indicates a period of heavier use in recent years, with approximately 48,000 miles added in three years. That accelerated rate places additional stress on suspension bushes, drivetrain mounts, and braking components. A buyer should prioritise an underbody inspection focused on the rear subframe mounting points, as the tester flagged excessive corrosion within 30cm of body mounts on both sides during the March 2026 failure. Even though the April pass cleared the vehicle, repaired or treated corrosion in structural areas can mask underlying section loss. Probe the inner sills, jacking points, and rear trailing arm mounting areas thoroughly. The nearside rear wheel bearing was also flagged with play severe enough to impair directional control, so check for roughness or knocking on that hub and confirm the repair was a proper bearing replacement rather than a temporary fix. The recurring oil leak noted across multiple tests, from March 2024 through March 2025, suggests a persistent weep likely from the valve cover gasket or cam cover area, common on this engine. While not an MOT failure point, it can contaminate suspension bushings or foul the exhaust if left unchecked. Brake performance could not be tested in March 2026, so verify pad thickness, disc condition, and caliper operation, particularly at the rear, where binding calipers are a known issue on this platform. Tyre condition and wiper blades have not featured as defects, but with this mileage and age, budget for consumable renewal as standard.