2016 Alfa Romeo Mito 0.9L Petrol · SN16 YRP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 103,888 miles, this followed a significant failure just eight days prior. That failure revealed critical mechanical issues including a major exhaust leak, emissions failure, and a binding offside rear service brake. The transition from a major failure to a pass suggests the owner addressed these specific faults only when forced by the MOT tester, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per year. There is a notable jump in usage of nearly 25,000 miles between October 2022 (57,767 miles) and October 2023 (82,558 miles), but the rate has stabilised to roughly 11,000 miles per annum through to the 2024 and 2025 tests. This consistent usage places standard demand on wear and tear components, which is reflected in the increasingly frequent defects recorded. A buyer must closely inspect the braking system and drivetrain. The record shows recurring issues with pitted brake discs and thin front pads as of late 2025, suggesting the entire braking assembly is nearing the end of its effective life. The persistent front oil leak noted in the October 2025 test requires a physical inspection to determine if it is a simple gasket cover leak or a more costly engine seal failure. Given the previous exhaust failure and binding caliper, the structural integrity of the exhaust system and the rear brake mechanism should be verified to ensure the repairs were permanent and not merely temporary fixes.