2017 Fiat 500 POP Star 1.2L Petrol · KXZ 1172

The 2017 Fiat 500 Pop Star presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 8 January 2026 at 74,500 miles, passed cleanly with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet follows a similarly strong pass on 6 November 2024 at 61,338 miles, also with no defects. The maintenance trend is therefore stable and positive, with no recurring mechanical or structural concerns flagged across the most recent two tests. Two failed tests appear in late October and early November 2024 at around 61,000 miles, but both entries show no recorded defects, suggesting administrative or procedural retests rather than substantive failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical use for a vehicle of this age. Between the October 2023 pass at 50,889 miles and the November 2024 pass at 61,338 miles, the car covered roughly 10,450 miles in just over twelve months, a slightly elevated annual rate. From November 2024 to January 2026, the odometer advanced from 61,338 to 74,500 miles, representing approximately 13,160 miles in around fourteen months. This indicates regular, moderately heavy daily use rather than prolonged standing, which in turn means consumable components such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and suspension bushes have experienced steady cycling rather than the corrosion risks associated with vehicles left idle for extended periods. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The Fiat 500 platform is known for premature wear on front suspension lower arm bushes and rear trailing arm bushes, particularly on vehicles driven frequently on urban roads. Brake caliper binding and uneven disc wear are also common on this model, so a road test should include firm and gentle braking to check for pulling or judder. The exhaust system, particularly the flexi-joint and catalytic converter mounting points, warrants close inspection for corrosion, as does the underside around the sills and subframes. Tyre condition and age should be verified independently, since even a clean MOT does not guarantee tyres will remain legal over the coming months. Given the clean defect record and consistent servicing pattern implied by the mileage progression, this example appears mechanically sound on paper. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician remains advisable, focusing on the suspension, braking system, and underbody corrosion, to confirm that the MOT record accurately reflects the vehicle's current condition.