2013 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4L Petrol · YX63 PDU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with the most recent MOT test on 2025-12-18 passing with advisory notifications. The tester noted nearside and offside rear tyres worn close to legal limits, along with front tyres showing significant wear and age cracking. Suspension bush wear was present on both front arms, though not causing excessive movement. Binding rear brakes were also identified, with slight binding noted on both rear calipers. These issues indicate a deteriorating condition in consumable components and some mechanical subsystems, suggesting maintenance has not been consistently addressed. The presence of child seat fittings obscuring inspections further limits the thoroughness of checks. The mileage progression shows a relatively stable annual usage of approximately 5,325 miles over 13 years, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. Mileage increased from 58,624 miles in January 2023 to 69,229 miles in December 2025, indicating minimal use in recent years. A failure occurred in January 2024 at 64,040 miles, when the engine MIL light was inoperative, and oil levels were low. This suggests possible neglect in routine servicing or monitoring of engine systems. The lack of detailed service history beyond MOT records does not support evidence of consistent maintenance practices. Recurring issues point to potential wear in suspension components, particularly the front arm bushes, which were flagged in tests from 2025 and earlier. Brake binding has also appeared twice, in early 2025 and again in late 2025, indicating a persistent concern that may require attention. Tyre wear is approaching legal limits across multiple positions, reflecting either prolonged use without replacement or inadequate rotation and monitoring. Buyers should inspect the rear suspension bushes for excessive play, check brake caliper operation and disc condition, and verify tyre tread depth and alignment. Structural integrity appears unaffected, but undertray fittings obscure critical areas requiring visual inspection.