2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · WV12 RVT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from consumable wear to emerging structural corrosion. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 94,065 miles passed, it introduced new advisories regarding the suspension that were not present in previous years. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to reports flagging both the nearside and offside rear coil springs as corroded indicates a progression of surface or structural rust on suspension components that now requires attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between December 2021 at 54,838 miles and April 2023 at 56,792 miles, suggesting the car covered barely 2,000 miles over sixteen months. However, usage increased significantly recently, with 37,273 miles covered between April 2023 and April 2026. This recent spike explains the accelerated wear on the braking system noted in the 2025 test. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rear suspension to determine the depth of the corrosion on the coil springs. Since both sides were flagged in April 2026, the risk of spring failure is elevated if left untreated. The history also shows a recurring pattern of thin pads and pitted discs across 2023 and 2025, so the buyer should verify if these components have since been replaced or if they are nearing replacement again. Additionally, the windscreen has been flagged as damaged since 2021; a check to ensure the crack has not spread to a point of compromising structural integrity of the glass is necessary.