Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

37% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,520 vehicles, the 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito has a first-time MOT pass rate of 82.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (48.7% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (47.5% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (29.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Alfa Romeo Mito (2016)

1,520 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82.8% first-time pass rate

2016 Alfa Romeo Mito

CarHunch analysed 1,520 real MOT records for the 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito has a first-time pass rate of 82.8%, which sits just above the UK average of 80%—a modest reliability edge. However, 37.2% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is significantly higher than typical and a genuine concern for any prospective buyer.

At a median mileage of 38,343 miles for an eight-year-old car, these Mitos are running slightly below average wear, suggesting either lower-mileage examples or good maintenance. The average 1.61 failures per test and 10.5 advisories per vehicle indicate consistent minor issues across the fleet—typical for a small Italian hatchback—so budget for routine repairs and inspect any used example carefully for signs of previous damage or poor servicing history.

The 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito has a decent first-time pass rate (82.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

82.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

37.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.61

Over 8.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

38k

Middle half: 29k–49k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 10.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,520 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,520 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 48.7%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 29.3%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 18.7%

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 15.7%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito

Based on MOT data from 1,520 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 37.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (94%)	1,434	82.9%	1.6
Diesel (6%)	85	80.8%	1.8

Colour Breakdown

Based on 25,304 Alfa Romeo Mito vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34.3%

8,670

Red 31.5%

7,959

White 14.7%

3,713

Grey 7.6%

1,919

Blue 7.4%

1,873

Silver 1.7%

442

Turquoise 1%

244

Yellow 0.9%

219

Bronze 0.7%

167

Purple 0.2%

Gold 0.1%

Beige 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

38,343

typical

28,742

low mileage

49,194

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Alfa Romeo Mito vehicles fall between 28,742 and 49,194 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 28,742 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 28,742–49,194 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Alfa Romeo Mitos sit.

⚠ Over 66,411 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Alfa Romeo Mito — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Alfa Romeo Mitos are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,382 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.61

Avg failures per vehicle

10.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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