2006 Fiat Stilo 1.4L Petrol · AX06 LZC

The vehicle is road‑worthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 4 October 2025 at 106,451 miles, yet the test recorded several advisories – corroded coil springs, a non‑excessive oil leak, corrosion on front sub‑frame and rear suspension mounting areas, and rear brake disc wear. The pattern of findings shows a largely stable condition: corrosion and brake‑disc wear have persisted year on year, but no new major faults have emerged since the 2022‑2023 period, indicating that the previous owners have addressed failures promptly rather than allowing problems to deteriorate. At 106,451 miles the car averages roughly 5,300 miles per year over its twenty‑year lifespan, well below the typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage log rises smoothly from 66,060 miles in October 2018 to 78,636 miles in October 2020, then to 87,596 miles in October 2022, 93,111 miles in October 2023, 101,233 miles in October 2024 and finally 106,451 miles in October 2025. No sudden spikes appear, suggesting the car has spent considerable periods idle or has been driven lightly, which reduces overall wear on major components. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the corroded coil springs and the sub‑frame and rear suspension mounting areas highlighted in the 2025 advisory, confirming that corrosion has not progressed to structural weakness. The rear brake disc, flagged as worn and pitted, must be measured for thickness and inspected for scoring; brake pads should be checked for remaining thickness, especially on the nearside rear where binding was previously noted. Verify that the oil leak is indeed minor and does not affect the engine oil level, and confirm the washer‑fluid reservoir is functional. Finally, examine the condition of the nearside rear tyre, which has been reported as slightly damaged and cracking, and ensure all headlamp aims and the headlamp levelling device are correctly adjusted.