2016 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4L Petrol · VA65 ONS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension components. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 92,790 miles, this followed a failure just days prior due to critical mechanical defects. The transition from a fractured offside front coil spring and deep tyre cuts to a pass with only minor wear on suspension arm pins indicates that the vehicle's rubber and spring metal components are reaching the end of their service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,300 miles per year. There is a steady progression of roughly 10,000 miles between the 2023 test at 71,743 miles and the 2025 test at 92,790 miles. This regular usage suggests consistent operation rather than long periods of sitting. However, the age of the car is clearly beginning to manifest in the wear of chassis-related components, as evidenced by the increasing frequency of suspension-related failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear suspension. The record shows a recurring issue with trailing arm bushes dating back to 2023, which persisted as an advisory into the 2025 test. The buyer should check for excessive play in these bushes and verify that the fractured coil spring was replaced with a genuine quality part. Additionally, the 2023 mention of pitted and scored rear brake discs warrants a check of current thickness and surface condition to ensure they have not deteriorated further since that entry.