2001 Alfa Romeo 145 1.6L Petrol · X285 DWP

This 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 demonstrates a stable and exceptionally clean maintenance trend based on the two most recent DVSA MOT records, culminating in a pass on 2023-06-09 at 79,948 miles with zero defects recorded. This fault-free status mirrors the previous test on 2022-05-24 at 77,760 miles, which also passed without any advisories or failures noted. The vehicle has accumulated 79,948 miles over roughly twenty-five years, translating to an average of approximately 3,198 miles per year. This low annual mileage sits well below the national average for a petrol hatchback of this era. The pace of use slowed further between the two recorded tests, with the car covering just 2,188 miles across a twelve-month period. Such light usage suggests the vehicle spent extended periods stored or driven only on short journeys, though the sparse history limits deeper chronological trend analysis beyond these two clean snapshots. Low mileage and prolonged periods of light use on an older Italian chassis demand a thorough physical inspection of specific areas prone to aging. A buyer must prioritize checking the structural integrity of the floorpans, sills, and subframes for hidden corrosion, as these platforms are vulnerable to rust despite clean test sheets. Rubber suspension bushes, drop links, and flexible brake hoses should be examined closely for perishing from age rather than mileage-related wear. Brake discs and calipers require scrutiny for surface rust or sticking slides caused by infrequent driving, and the engine bay needs a careful audit for degraded auxiliary belts and coolant hoses.