2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · WR61 SWN

The 2012 Alfa Romeo Giuliaetta presents a mixed mechanical picture based on its DVSA MOT record. The most recent test on 5 November 2025 at 108,942 miles passed, but only after the tester noted a missing anti-squeal clip on the offside front brake caliper. This is a minor advisory rather than a failure, yet it sits within a broader pattern of recurring brake-related issues that demands attention. The maintenance trend is neither clearly improving nor sharply worsening; instead, it shows a vehicle that has had persistent braking system faults addressed only partially over several years, suggesting reactive rather than proactive servicing. The mileage accumulation is broadly consistent with typical use for a fourteen-year-old car. From 80,847 miles in February 2022 to 108,942 miles by November 2025, the vehicle covered roughly 28,095 miles in just under four years, averaging around 7,700 miles annually. There is no evidence of the car sitting idle for extended periods or being driven excessively hard. The annual MOT intervals are regular, with tests clustered around October or November each year, so there are no suspicious gaps in the record. The brake system is the most concerning area for any prospective buyer. In October 2023 at 93,836 miles, the car failed with a binding nearside front caliper, significantly worn front brake disc, imbalanced front brakes, and pitted rear discs. By the November 2023 retest at 93,854 miles, the car passed, but the tester still flagged a slight bind on the offside front brake. The following November at 101,951 miles, both rear brake discs were again noted as pitted and corroded on their inner faces. This recurring pitting on rear discs, combined with intermittent binding, points to calipers that may not be releasing fully, or to disc replacement that has not been carried out comprehensively across both axles. A buyer should have the front and rear braking system inspected on a ramp, paying particular attention to caliper slide pins, piston seals, and the condition of disc faces and pads. Suspension corrosion is the second area requiring scrutiny. In November 2024 at 101,951 miles, both rear coil springs were flagged as corroded. Surface corrosion on coil springs is common on older vehicles, but advanced pitting can lead to spring fracture under load, particularly on uneven roads. The rear suspension should be examined for any signs of cracking or reduced ride height. Uneven tyre wear on the inner edges, noted across multiple wheels in the October 2023 failure, also suggests possible tracking or suspension geometry issues that may have persisted. A four-wheel alignment check and close inspection of rear spring condition are essential before purchase.