2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.1L Diesel · YP67 CJU

A clean DVSA record with no advisories or recorded defects across five tests spanning late 2023 to late 2025 presents a reassuring picture of roadworthiness for this Alfa Romeo Giulia. The most recent test on 18 November 2025 returned a pass with no defects recorded, and this follows a pass under the same clean standard just twelve months earlier in November 2024. Notably, the 2024 entry shows a pass and a fail recorded on the same date with no defects listed on either, which is characteristic of an immediate retest following a minor administrative or technical issue that was rectified on site rather than any underlying mechanical concern. The earlier pattern from December 2023 mirrors this sequence, with a fail on 1 December followed by a pass on 4 December, again with no defects recorded on either. This consistent ability to pass quickly after a same-week retest, combined with the total absence of advisories throughout the record, suggests the car has not been presenting wear-related deterioration at test time and has not required any monitored repairs. With 71,954 miles recorded over roughly nine years, the Giulia has averaged around 7,995 miles annually, a figure that sits comfortably within the typical range for a car of this age. There are no significant gaps in the MOT history that would indicate long periods off the road, and no evidence of the irregular or sharply rising mileage pattern that can sometimes hint at clock discrepancies or rapidly accumulating wear. This consistent, moderate rate of use is mechanically favourable, as it tends to keep seals, gaskets, and drivetrain components regularly exercised without subjecting them to the high cumulative stress seen in heavily driven vehicles. The Giulia's platform, shared drivetrain components, and suspension geometry are engineered to cope comfortably with this level of annual mileage, and the test history does not contradict that expectation. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded advisories means there are no specific flagged components to chase down based on the MOT record alone, but the Giulia is a car with known areas worth inspecting carefully regardless. The front suspension, particularly the lower control arm bushes, top mounts, and drop links, is a common wear point on this model and should be checked for play or knocking over speed bumps and uneven surfaces. Steering feel should be evaluated for any vagueness, tramlines, or pulling, which can indicate worn wishbone bushes or tie rod wear. On the test drive, listen for any clonking or creaking from the front end over low-speed direction changes, as these often reveal tired bushings before they become visible on a ramp. The braking system also warrants close attention even with no recorded advisories, as Italian performance saloons can suffer from binding calipers, uneven disc wear, and perished flexible brake hoses. Check that the car rolls freely when released on a flat section and that the brake pedal feels firm without any sponginess or excessive travel. The exhaust system, particularly the mounting rubbers and centre silencer, should be inspected for corrosion given the vehicle's age, and any signs of blue smoke on start-up or under load would warrant investigation of the turbo or valve stem seals. Given the clean MOT history and sensible mileage accumulation, this Giulia presents a mechanically sound foundation, but a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on the suspension and braking components would be prudent to confirm its ongoing condition.