2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.1L Diesel · YY69 XWN

The Alfa Romeo Giulia holds a valid MOT certificate dated 5 March 2026, passed at 53,500 miles. The maintenance trend over the last two years is stable but shows a shift from a clean bill of health to minor recurring wear. The February 2026 failure at 53,373 miles flagged both rear tyre tread depths below the 1.6mm legal limit and a blown nearside rear position and stop lamp. Both defects were rectified before the March retest, yet the tester still recorded slight play in both the nearside and offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joints. These advisories did not cause a failure, but their reappearance in the most recent pass confirms a developing wear point in the rear suspension that a buyer should monitor. The mileage progression is consistent with roughly 8,900 miles per year for a six-year-old car. From 26,781 miles in August 2023 to 30,000 miles in February 2024, then 41,396 miles in February 2025, the vehicle saw a notable jump of over 11,000 miles in the twelve months leading up to early 2025. The subsequent climb to 53,373 miles by February 2026 adds another 11,977 miles in a single year. This suggests sustained, regular use rather than long periods standing, which typically helps keep consumables and moving components exercised but also accelerates wear on items like tyres, brakes, and suspension linkages. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear suspension and braking system during any in-person inspection. The recurring play in both rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joints points to bush or joint wear that may eventually cause knocking over uneven surfaces or vague rear-end handling. Have a technician check the condition and security of the linkages, subframe mounting points, and rear suspension arms for any signs of corrosion or cracking. The rear tyres were recently replaced, but verify tread depth and sidewall condition, as repeated low failures can indicate aggressive driving or misalignment. Inspect the nearside rear lamp cluster for water ingress or poor electrical connections, since the stop and position lamp failure suggests a possible wiring or unit fault that could return. Given the mileage and age, also examine the brake discs and pads, particularly at the rear, and assess whether the exhaust system shows any corrosion or leaks, as these are common wear points on higher-mileage Giulias.