2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4L Petrol · YH62 OBW

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT test on 27 May 2026 at 105,671 miles with no recorded defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. The absence of advisories or failures in the past few years suggests consistent upkeep and attention to mechanical components. However, the failed test just nine days earlier on 18 May 2026 at 105,670 miles raises questions about potential issues resolved shortly before the successful retest. While no specific faults were noted during either inspection, buyers should remain vigilant for underlying problems that may have been temporarily addressed. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,548 miles per year over its 14-year lifespan. Notable consistency appears in the annual mileage increments between tests: 4,358 miles from April 2023 to May 2024, 4,512 miles from May 2024 to April 2025, and 7,458 miles from April 2025 to May 2026. This steady progression without abrupt spikes or prolonged stagnation implies regular use rather than intermittent storage or excessive highway driving. The sparse record of defects further supports a disciplined approach to routine servicing, though gaps in advisory details prevent deeper analysis of minor wear items like tyres or wiper blades. Given the clean MOT history, prospective buyers should focus their inspections on areas prone to gradual deterioration in Alfa Romeos of this vintage. Particular attention should be paid to suspension bushes and coil springs, as these can degrade subtly over time without triggering immediate MOT failures. Brake system integrity, including caliper operation and disc thickness, also warrants scrutiny due to the slight anomaly in the consecutive May 2026 tests. Structural corrosion, especially around wheel arches and underbody panels, remains a common concern for vehicles approaching 110,000 miles. Exhaust emissions compliance, while not flagged in recent tests, should still be verified given the vehicle's age and model-specific tendencies toward catalytic converter inefficiency.