2017 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.6L Diesel · SY17 LHA

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in January 2026, but this followed a failure on the same day due to a headlamp aim being too low. The tester recorded multiple tyre advisories at this point, noting that both rear tyres are worn close to the legal limit on the edges and the nearside front tyre is showing signs of cracking or perishing. The mechanical trend is worsening. While the 2024 check was clean, the last two years show a clear decline in tyre condition. The issue has progressed from a single advisory for low tread in 2023 to three separate tyre defects across the front and rear axles in 2026. The appearance of cracking or perishing on the front tyre is particularly concerning as it suggests the rubber is degrading, likely due to age rather than just mileage. With roughly 6,000 miles driven per year, this car has been used lightly. This low mileage is consistent with the gradual wear recorded, but it also explains the tyre condition. Tyres on low-mileage vehicles often deteriorate through age and environmental exposure before the tread wears down, which aligns with the cracking noted on the latest certificate. You should inspect the tyres immediately.