2011 Fiat 500 0.9L Petrol · A21 ABR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of significant mechanical instability. The most recent test on 26 August 2025 at 84,666 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a problematic 30 August 2024 inspection at 81,886 miles where the car failed on several serious items, including an inoperative nearside parking brake, poor braking efficiency, and exhaust emissions issues caused by leaks in the front and middle sections of the system. The successful 2025 pass suggests that the owner addressed these critical failures, including the reported rear axle corrosion, effectively. The mileage history indicates a low-use pattern consistent with a vehicle that has covered approximately 5,644 miles per year over its 15-year lifespan. The data shows steady, incremental growth, with the distance between tests remaining relatively consistent. The jump from 60,142 miles in August 2018 to 51,475 miles in August 2017 shows a typical annual usage, though the 2023 test at 78,644 miles suggests the car has been driven more regularly in recent years compared to its earlier life. This low annual mileage can sometimes lead to component degradation from inactivity, such as the brake disc corrosion and oil leaks noted in the 2023 record. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the underside of the vehicle to verify the extent of the previously noted rear axle corrosion. While the 2025 test was clear, the 2024 failure regarding structural corrosion warrants a close look at the chassis and suspension mounting points. The history also shows a recurring trend of neglected consumables, specifically tyres and brake components. The tester frequently flagged tyres worn to the legal limit and imbalanced brakes between 2017 and 2021, suggesting that while major repairs are now current, basic maintenance of tyres and brake pads may have been deferred by previous owners. The exhaust system and braking mechanics also require scrutiny. Given the 2024 failure involving exhaust leaks and Lambda reading errors, an inspection of the manifold, catalytic converter, and exhaust pipework is necessary to ensure no residual leaks remain. Additionally, since the parking brake was previously inoperative and showed efficiency issues, the buyer should test the handbrake's pull and engagement strength thoroughly to ensure the mechanism is fully operational and not merely meeting the minimum threshold.