2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.1L Diesel · YR69 CXE

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 17 February 2026 at 56,667 miles, but the advisory for slight play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint confirms an ongoing issue that has persisted since at least 2024. The maintenance trend is not improving; it is deteriorating, with critical brake and suspension faults recurring across multiple tests, suggesting deferred or incomplete repairs. Mileage accumulation is consistent with average annual use—roughly 8,000 miles per year—though the gap between the February 2025 and February 2026 tests shows no significant increase, indicating possible low usage in the past year. The jump from 38,146 miles in February 2024 to 46,923 in February 2025 represents nearly 9,000 miles in a single year, which may have accelerated wear on consumables like tyres and brake components. The failure in February 2025 was resolved within a day, but the underlying problems were not fully addressed. A buyer must inspect the rear brake system thoroughly: the discs were significantly worn in early 2024, and the pads were below legal thickness at the same time, yet the vehicle passed a year later with no mention of replacement—this raises serious concerns about whether the brakes were properly renewed. The suspension ball joints on both front and rear axles have been flagged repeatedly since 2024, and the current advisory suggests the front joint is now loose. The parking brake and electronic stability control faults in early 2025 were corrected, but their recurrence indicates potential electrical or hydraulic degradation. The child seat obstruction is a recurring administrative issue, not mechanical, but it masks deeper inspection failures. The vehicle’s structural integrity appears intact based on the record, but the pattern of neglected brake and suspension components points to poor maintenance discipline. The tyres were worn to the legal limit on three corners in 2025, and no new tyres were recorded before the 2026 test—this suggests the owner prioritised passing the MOT over safety. Any purchase should be contingent on a full pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with Alfa Romeo brake and suspension systems, particularly the rear axle components.