2015 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4L Petrol · SM65 FFG

The vehicle's recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend in mechanical maintenance, moving from clean passes to recurring structural and consumable defects. While the May 2026 test at 70,214 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged a pitted or scored nearside rear brake disc and a perishing nearside front tyre. These issues were present during a failure in March 2026 at 70,184 miles, where the tester also identified excessively worn suspension arm bushes on both front lower arms. The transition from the clean pass in January 2025 to multiple failures in early 2026 suggests a lapse in preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 6,383 miles per year, reaching 70,214 miles by May 2026. The data shows steady progression, such as the jump from 59,804 miles in October 2022 to 66,401 miles in February 2024, and the more recent increase to 70,214 miles over the last year. There are no significant periods of long-term standing or sudden bursts of high-intensity driving evident in the recorded intervals. A prospective buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension system and braking components. The record shows a recurring pattern of worn suspension arm bushes, first noted in October 2022 and escalating to a failure in March 2026. This suggests that while minor wear was previously tolerated, the components have now reached a state of significant degradation. The repeated mentions of exhaust gas leaks at the front flange in 2021 and 2022 also warrant a check for exhaust manifold integrity or gasket failure. Tyre condition also presents a recurring issue. The history shows multiple instances of tyres being worn to the legal limit, cracking, or suffering structural tears, including a failure in February 2024 due to a sidewall tear. Given the most recent advisory regarding a perishing nearside front tyre in May 2026, the rubber quality should be assessed for age-related degradation regardless of tread depth. Finally, the pitted nearside rear brake disc noted in the latest test requires verification to ensure the rotor has sufficient thickness for continued safe use.