2010 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · WP60 UHS

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that suggests a reactive rather than preventative approach. While the most recent test in October 2023 at 121,536 miles passed, it revealed a severely deteriorated nearside front outer CV boot and corroded rear coil springs. These issues follow a recurring pattern of deferred maintenance seen in previous years, indicating that components are only addressed once they reach the point of failure or are flagged during the inspection process. At 121,536 miles over 16 years, the car has aged at a consistent and moderate rate of approximately 7,600 miles per year. This usage level is typical for a vehicle of this age, yet the data gaps between September 2021 and September 2022 show a period of nearly 18,000 miles driven out annually. The fact that the last recorded MOT is now two and a half years old as of June 2026 poses a significant risk that the condition of rubber components and mechanical wear items has deteriorated considerably since the last official inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The history shows persistent issues with worn suspension arm bushes and trailing arm bushes that were flagged in 2021 and 2022. Furthermore, the braking system has demonstrated a history of low pads, lipped discs, and a parking brake that only barely met efficiency standards in 2022. The corroded rear coil springs noted in 2023 should be checked for structural fractures or advanced rust, which could lead to sudden component failure. The drivetrain also requires close attention as the nearside CV boot was reported as deteriorated in both 2021 and 2023. A failed boot leads to grease loss and premature drive joint failure. Given the elapsed time since the last MOT and the history of worn components, the buyer should verify the structural integrity of the chassis and the current state of all tyres, as previous records showed multiple tyres operating at the legal minimum limit with uneven wear patterns.