Alfa Romeo Giulia MOT pass rate and common problems
90.2% of 12,054 Alfa Romeo Giulia MOT tests pass.
The Giulia passes its MOT 90.2% of the time — well above the average across all Alfa Romeo models, which sits at 75.1%.
The Alfa Romeo Giulia passes its MOT 90.2% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 92.0% at 0–3 years versus 91.5% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 92.0% | 250 | 21,165 miles |
| 3–6 years | 91.4% | 5,827 | 38,854 miles |
| 6–10 years | 89.0% | 5,902 | 55,752 miles |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (4) | 4 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 91.5% | 71 | 44,022 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Alfa Romeo Giulia
The most common reason the Alfa Romeo Giulia fails its MOT is tyres — present in 53.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 53.6% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 40.3% | Too high |
| Brakes | 20.4% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 5.6% | Not working |
| Suspension | 5.1% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Identification of the vehicle | 4.9% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Road Wheels | 1.9% | Fixing missing |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.4% | Not functioning as intended |
| Body, chassis, structure | 1.1% | Likely to become detached |
Buying a used Alfa Romeo Giulia: what to check
These checks follow the Alfa Romeo Giulia’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Alfa Romeo Giulia comes between 3–6 years and 6–10 years old, from 91.4% to 89.0%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 93.5% down to 89.7%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 53.6% of failed Alfa Romeo Giulia MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 40.3% of failed Alfa Romeo Giulia MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Brakes
Recorded in 20.4% of failed Alfa Romeo Giulia MOTs. 5.6% of tests at 15+ years failed on brakes, against 1.6% at 0–3 years.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
4. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 7.0% of failed Alfa Romeo Giulia MOTs.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 5.6% of failed Alfa Romeo Giulia MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 7.0% of tests at 15+ years failed on windscreen and wipers.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Alfa Romeo service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Alfa Romeo models
- Alfa Romeo Giulietta — 74.3% pass rate
- Alfa Romeo Mito — 69.2% pass rate
- Alfa Romeo Spider — 75.3% pass rate
- Alfa Romeo Stelvio — 91.9% pass rate
- Alfa Romeo 159 — 63.7% pass rate
- Alfa Romeo Brera — 73.1% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Alfa Romeo Giulia?
- 90.2% of Alfa Romeo Giulia MOT tests pass, based on 12,054 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Alfa Romeo Giulia?
- The most common reason the Alfa Romeo Giulia fails its MOT is tyres — present in 53.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm".
- What are the common problems with the Alfa Romeo Giulia?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Alfa Romeo Giulia are tyres; lights and electrics; brakes.
- What should I check when buying a used Alfa Romeo Giulia?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; lights and electrics; brakes; exhaust, emissions and leaks; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Alfa Romeo Giulia's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Alfa Romeo service history guide for how to check and keep one.