2009 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · EL04 BEB

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care, with the most recent test in October 2025 at 124,492 miles indicating a slight decline in steering component integrity. The tester flagged slight play in the nearside front outer track rod end ball joint. While the car passed this most recent inspection, the history reveals a recurring cycle of failures and subsequent repairs, particularly concerning suspension and braking systems. The mileage history shows an unusual discrepancy. The 2021 test recorded 158,305 miles, yet the 2023 test shows only 115,701 miles. This indicates either a significant clerical error in the recorded data or a replacement engine/odometer unit, as the mileage cannot logically decrease by over 42,000 miles. Aside from this anomaly, the vehicle has covered roughly 7,300 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a 2009 model. A buyer must closely inspect the suspension and braking components due to frequent historical failures. The offside front shock absorber has a documented history of serious fluid leaks, appearing as a failure in both October 2023 and October 2024. The braking system also shows instability, with the offside front service brake binding in October 2023 and the parking brake lever being flagged as defective in October 2024. These recurring issues suggest that while components are being replaced after failure, the underlying causes or related wear may not be fully addressed. Further attention should be paid to the steering and chassis. The recent track rod end advisory suggests that suspension bushes and steering linkages are nearing the end of their service life. Given the previous failures regarding suspension arm bushes and shock absorbers, a thorough underside inspection is necessary to check for excessive play, corrosion, or further fluid leaks that may not have been captured in the most recent pass.