2014 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.6L Diesel · YG14 EYF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 78,320 miles, this followed a significant failure just three weeks prior at 78,300 miles. The tester identified persistent corrosion across all four brake pipes and ongoing corrosion on the front Macpherson struts. The presence of these recurring issues suggests that the owner is only reacting to immediate MOT failures rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 11,000 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, during which the vehicle experienced multiple mechanical failures, including fractured coil springs and leaking shock absorbers. The short interval of 20 miles between the February 2026 failure and the March 2026 pass indicates a period of intensive repair to address the flagged faults in the ball joints and brake components. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the corrosion on the front sub-frame and Macpherson struts, as these areas have been flagged for degradation since at least 2025. The grease covering the corroded brake pipes is a concern as it often hides the extent of the metal thinning, which could lead to sudden hydraulic failure. Furthermore, verify the front ball joints and track rod ends for further play, as the record shows a history of rapid wear in these steering components. The rear shock absorber also requires checking to ensure the serious leak noted in early 2026 has been fully rectified.