FIAT 500C2016 · 1.2L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on November 28, 2025, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test recorded no defects, the immediate failure on that same day highlights a critical neglect of safety-critical components involving all four tyres and a defective fuel cap. This suggests the previous owner only addressed faults once they triggered an MOT failure rather than performing routine visual inspections. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, recording only 14,122 miles as of late 2025. This averages out to approximately 1,400 miles per year, indicating minimal road use or long periods of stationary storage. Between December 2023 and December 2024, the car covered just 302 miles. Such low usage often leads to secondary issues where rubber-based components, brake seals, and fluids degrade due to age and lack of heat cycling, despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer must inspect the current condition of the tyres, as the November 2025 failure noted structural separation across the entire set, which often occurs when rubber dries due to age rather than tread wear. The inspector should also check the brake discs for surface corrosion and pitting, as low-mileage cars frequently suffer from seized calipers. Given the 2023 failure regarding incorrectly spaced registration plates and a multi-tone horn, a thorough check of the electrical components and external fitments is necessary to ensure the vehicle meets all legal standards beyond the basic test requirements.