2010 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · WP60 PVO

The vehicle currently holds roadworthiness following a clean pass on January 30, 2026. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs where faults are only addressed after an MOT failure. The car failed just one day prior at 154,532 miles due to a fractured nearside front coil spring and excessive smoke emissions. While these issues were rectified to achieve the pass, the presence of mechanical failures suggests the owner relies on annual testing rather than proactive preventative maintenance. At a recorded mileage of 154,544 miles, the car averages approximately 9,659 miles per year over its 16-year life. This aligns with typical UK annual usage patterns. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 8,200 miles driven between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests, and another 10,200 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle is used regularly, which is generally better for engine health than long periods of inactivity. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the suspension system, as the broken nearside front coil spring in early 2026 indicates potential wear or fatigue in the spring components. The January 2025 failure highlighted a structural failure in the nearside rear tyre and perishing on the offside rear, suggesting that rubber components may be neglected until they reach critical state. The smoke emission failure recorded in January 2026 is also a significant point for a non-turbo engine; the buyer should monitor for blue or black smoke during a test drive to ensure injectors or piston rings are not degrading beyond the recent repair.