Alfa Romeo Giulietta Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Alfa Romeo Giulietta reliable? We analysed 348,185 real MOT tests across 30,274 vehicles to find out.
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The Alfa Romeo Giulietta is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Alfa Romeo Giulietta. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Alfa Romeo Giulietta to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Alfa Romeo Giulietta fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Alfa Romeo Giulietta models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Alfa Romeo Giulietta owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Alfa Romeo Giulietta year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,147 | 86.4% | 18,852 | 28,853 | 42,426 |
| 2019 | 2,553 | 86.6% | 20,907 | 31,445 | 45,775 |
| 2018 | 5,212 | 86.0% | 23,446 | 35,078 | 50,530 |
| 2017 | 11,875 | 85.7% | 27,214 | 41,328 | 59,330 |
| 2016 | 24,945 | 83.3% | 31,544 | 47,256 | 67,499 |
| 2015 | 31,159 | 81.6% | 34,889 | 52,245 | 74,240 |
| 2014 | 37,048 | 80.6% | 38,208 | 57,872 | 81,448 |
| 2013 | 42,593 | 78.2% | 41,374 | 62,165 | 86,653 |
| 2012 | 54,721 | 77.0% | 46,408 | 70,058 | 96,717 |
| 2011 | 98,447 | 75.3% | 50,757 | 76,301 | 104,036 |
| 2010 | 35,716 | 75.8% | 48,480 | 74,356 | 102,104 |
| 2004 | 53 | 77.4% | 20,963 | 71,001 | 90,668 |
| 1990 | 63 | 71.4% | 5,346 | 32,451 | 69,544 |
| 1985 | 98 | 76.5% | 69,241 | 74,076 | 91,600 |
| 1983 | 78 | 62.8% | 62,406 | 66,680 | 73,699 |
| 1982 | 88 | 80.7% | 43,339 | 55,797 | 79,806 |
| 1962 | 59 | 83.1% | 61,658 | 66,894 | 70,138 |
| 1960 | 57 | 84.2% | 27,313 | 33,101 | 59,059 |
How Long Does a Alfa Romeo Giulietta Last?
Based on 30,274 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vehicles on UK roads.
Alfa Romeo Giulietta Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Alfa Romeo Giulietta MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.6% MOT pass rate from 2,553 tests
62.8% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
The best year to buy a used Alfa Romeo Giulietta is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.6% across 2,553 tests. The 1983 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo Giulietta THIS CAR | 78.3% | 348,185 | 63,719 mi | 16 yrs |
| Alfa Romeo 156 | 66.1% | 487,324 | 82,323 mi | 28 yrs |
| Alfa Romeo 147 | 68.9% | 411,257 | 69,088 mi | 25 yrs |
| Alfa Romeo Mito | 74.4% | 347,934 | 55,620 mi | 17 yrs |
| Volvo XC40 | 90.2% | 213,068 | 32,794 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Alfa Romeo 156 (66.1% pass rate) and the Alfa Romeo 147 (68.9% pass rate), the Alfa Romeo Giulietta outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Alfa Romeo Giulietta has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.3% across 348,185 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 3,029 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Alfa Romeo Giulietta with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Alfa Romeo Giulietta owner drives around 6,658 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Alfa Romeo Giulietta models stay on UK roads for around 16 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.