2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.1L Diesel · WP18 AFY

This 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio presents a worsening maintenance trend, shifting from clean passes to multiple advisories in its most recent test. The current roadworthiness status is marginal. The April 2026 test at 106,028 miles recorded a pass, but the tester flagged significant wear across the braking system and suspension. Previous years showed clean sheets, making this sudden cluster of wear items a clear indicator that the vehicle requires immediate mechanical attention rather than just routine upkeep. The vehicle has covered substantial mileage, averaging roughly 13,254 miles annually over its eight-year lifespan. Mileage accumulation was consistent but notably aggressive between April 2025 and April 2026, where the odometer climbed 17,172 miles in a single year. This rapid recent use directly correlates with the accelerated component wear observed in the latest test. High mileage of this magnitude places increased strain on suspension bushes, drivetrain components, and braking hardware, all of which are now showing the consequences of that sustained heavy use. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and front suspension. The April 2026 test flagged slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint, which will only degrade further and risks compromising front-end stability. The braking defects are widespread; the tester noted thinning pads on the front inner and both rear axles, alongside rear brake discs that are worn, pitted, or scored. Replacing pads alone on scored rear discs is poor practice, so budget for rear discs and pads as an immediate requirement. The front brake pads also generated an advisory for thinning back in April 2022 at 55,937 miles, suggesting the current front inner pad wear is a recurring issue rather than a one-off. The recurring brake pad advisories separated by four years and 50,000 miles indicate a pattern of owners pushing consumables to their absolute limits before replacing them. This delayed upkeep approach is typical for high-mileage fleet or motorway vehicles. Ensure a physical inspection checks the thickness of the front brake discs, as the inner pads wearing thin repeatedly can gouge the disc faces. Verify the condition of the anti-roll bar mounting bushes and check for any weeping from the front suspension dampers, as the high annual mileage will rapidly degrade these chassis components.