2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · WR11 WVJ

The 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta presents a stable and currently sound roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT on 8 September 2025 at 93,169 miles, where it passed with zero defects recorded. This clean result is significant because it immediately followed a failure just 17 days earlier on 22 August 2025 at 93,084 miles, which flagged four distinct issues: a parking brake efficiency deficiency, a worn nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint, an excessively binding offside rear service brake, and a significantly worn offside rear brake disc. The fact that all four defects were rectified within a short window before the retest suggests the previous owner addressed the faults promptly rather than neglecting them. The maintenance trend is therefore improving, moving from a multi-defect failure to a fully clean pass within the same month. The mileage accumulation of roughly 6,211 miles per year over 15 years is entirely typical for a vehicle of this age and does not raise concerns about excessive wear or suspiciously low use. The record shows a steady progression from 83,385 miles in August 2023 to 88,682 miles in September 2024, then up to 93,169 miles by September 2025, indicating consistent annual use without dramatic gaps or sudden jumps in accumulation. There are no suspicious odometer anomalies or long periods of inactivity visible in the data, and the testing pattern of annual August or September MOTs suggests regular, predictable upkeep. Despite the clean September 2025 result, a buyer should still inspect the rear braking system carefully. The August 2025 failure specifically identified a binding offside rear caliper and a worn brake disc, which are symptoms that can recur if the caliper slider pins or piston seals were not properly serviced rather than simply replaced. The nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint was also flagged as excessively worn at the same test, and while it was replaced for the retest, the underlying condition of the remaining suspension bushes and drop links should be checked, as these components on the Giulietta are known to deteriorate with age and mileage. A thorough inspection of the rear subframe and suspension mounting points for corrosion is also advisable, given the vehicle's age. The 2024 failure on 27 August 2024 at 88,498 miles involved an offside front tyre with exposed ply or cords, which points to a delayed replacement of a worn or damaged tyre. While this was clearly resolved before the September 2024 pass, it is worth noting as a pattern indicator. Combined with the 2023 advisory for excessive exhaust smoke at 83,385 miles, the record suggests the vehicle has had intermittent lapses in basic consumable upkeep. A prospective buyer should verify the current condition of all four tyres, including the sidewalls and tread depth, and check the exhaust for any signs of blue or white smoke on cold start, which could indicate oil burning or head gasket concerns.