2013 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · G5 NBR

The June 2025 MOT test at 58,671 miles passed but highlighted a worsening trend in the front suspension. The offside front suspension arm ball joint, first noted as having slight play in June 2024 at 54,655 miles, has progressed to play on the limit by 2025. While the vehicle remains legally roadworthy, this recurring issue demands imminent attention. The shock absorber bushes on the near and offside front upper were also flagged as slightly worn for the first time, suggesting additional suspension deterioration. The overall maintenance pattern shows inconsistent attention to critical consumables and wear items, with no major structural failures but persistent mechanical advisories. The mileage history reveals an uneven usage profile. Averaging roughly 4,500 miles annually over 13 years is low, but the car covered nearly 10,000 miles between September 2023 and June 2024, jumping from 44,885 to 54,655 miles in nine months. This indicates a period of heavier use that likely accelerated brake and tyre wear, aligning with the 2024 failure for seriously weakened front brake discs and a rear tyre below legal tread depth. The subsequent year added only about 4,014 miles, suggesting a return to lighter duty. A buyer must focus on the front suspension, specifically the offside ball joint which is near the replacement threshold. The shock absorber bushes should be inspected for play. The brake discs were severely weakened in 2024 and flagged as worn in 2023; verify their current condition and thickness. Rear coil springs corroded in 2023; check for flaking or cracking. Tyre condition has been a recurring failure point, with both front tyres worn near the limit in 2024 and a previous advisory for the offside rear in 2022. Ensure all tyres meet legal tread depth and are free from edge wear.