2014 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0L Diesel · YA63 CCE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward mechanical wear in the front assembly. The most recent test in November 2025 at 103,092 miles identified multiple advisories including a worn offside front ball joint, a worn nearside front Macpherson strut bush, and pitted rear brake discs. These new issues follow two clean records in 2024 and 2023, indicating that components are now reaching the end of their operational life simultaneously. At 103,092 miles, the car has averaged approximately 8,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The record shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 4,200 miles covered between January 2023 and December 2023, and another 6,200 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not been subject to long periods of standing, which often accelerates the degradation of rubber components and internal metal surfaces. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension, as the recurring reports of worn joints and bushes suggest a need for immediate attention to maintain steering precision. The history shows a persistent pattern of pitted and scored brake discs noted in 2021, 2023, and 2025, which implies the previous owners have waited until components were visibly degraded rather than performing preventative replacements. Furthermore, the 2021 advisory regarding slight exhaust smoke should be re-evaluated to ensure the engine has not developed a significant oil-burning or combustion issue as the mileage climbs above six figures.