2018 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.4L Petrol · RO18 EUK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT on April 22, 2026, at 84,401 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of mechanical instability evidenced by a significant failure just eleven days prior at 84,263 miles. That failure was due to high exhaust carbon monoxide levels and incorrect lambda readings at idle. While the car passed the subsequent test, suggesting the owner addressed the emissions issue, these faults indicate a past combustion inefficiency or sensor failure that requires close monitoring. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,550 miles per year. The record shows steady usage between the 61,372 miles in April 2023 and 75,881 miles in April 2025, followed by another 8,520 miles in the final year. This regular interval suggests a typical road car rather than long periods of standing, which accounts for the gradual wear observed on consumable components throughout the service history. A buyer should focus their inspection on the braking system, as records show a recurring pattern of component degradation. The 2024 test flagged pitted and scored discs on both rear wheels, while the 2025 test noted thin pads and worn discs on the front axle. These entries suggest the owner waits for MOT thresholds to trigger repairs rather than performing preventative maintenance. Verify the current state of the pads and discs during person inspection. Given the recent emissions failure in April 2026, also check for any signs of exhaust smoke or rough idling to ensure the lambda and combustion issue was fully rectified rather than merely masked.