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Alfa Romeo Giulia Common Problems, Faults & Repair Costs (2026)

Based on official DVSA MOT test data. View the most common MOT failure categories, pass rates, and estimated repair costs for the Alfa Romeo Giulia (2016–present).

MOT Pass Rate

80.8%1.2% below national avg (82%)

Reliability rating: Good — based on approx. 10,000 tests

Dangerous Defects

1.60%

Moderate risk

Retest Rate

13.0%

of failed tests need a retest

Top MOT Failure Categories

1

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment

Est. repair: £40–£200

15.0%
2

Suspension

Est. repair: £120–£450

13.5%
3

Brakes

Est. repair: £100–£350

11.5%
4

Tyres

Est. repair: £50–£120 per tyre

9.8%
5

Exhaust, fuel and emissions

Est. repair: £40–£200

7.8%

Where Faults Occur

30.0%

Front

28.0%

Rear

21.0%

Offside

Mileage Benchmarks

At 3 years

24,000 mi

At 5 years

40,000 mi

At 10 years

N/A

Significantly higher or lower mileage than these benchmarks may indicate unusual usage patterns. Check the full MOT history for mileage consistency.

Is a Alfa Romeo Giulia a Good Buy?

The Alfa Romeo Giulia demonstrates above-average reliability based on MOT test data, with a 80.8% pass rate. This places it 1.2% above the national average, suggesting lower ongoing maintenance costs compared to many competitors.

While no car is without faults, lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues are the most common concern, affecting approximately 15.0% of failed tests. These tend to be relatively affordable to fix at £30–£150.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common MOT faults on a Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The top MOT failure on the Alfa Romeo Giulia is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, accounting for approximately 15.0% of all failures. Other common issues include suspension and brakes.
What is the Alfa Romeo Giulia MOT pass rate?
The Alfa Romeo Giulia has an estimated MOT pass rate of 80.8%, which is 1.2% below the national average of 82%. This rates the Alfa Romeo Giulia as "Good" for MOT reliability.
Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia reliable?
Based on DVSA MOT data, the Alfa Romeo Giulia has a good reliability record with a 80.8% pass rate. It has a dangerous defect rate of 1.60% and a retest rate of 13.0%.
How much does it cost to fix common Alfa Romeo Giulia MOT failures?
Typical repair costs for Alfa Romeo Giulia MOT failures range from £30–£200 for lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues to £120–£450 for suspension problems. Prices are estimates based on typical UK independent garage rates.
What mileage should a Alfa Romeo Giulia have?
Based on MOT test data, the average Alfa Romeo Giulia covers approximately 24,000 mi by 3 years, 40,000 mi by 5 years, and N/A by 10 years. Significantly higher or lower mileage may warrant closer inspection.
Should I buy a used Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The Alfa Romeo Giulia is generally a solid choice based on MOT data. Check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before purchasing, paying particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues and mileage consistency.
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