2017 FIAT 5001.2L Petrol

The 2017 Fiat 500’s most recent MOT test on 2026-04-10 confirms it remains roadworthy, though the immediate preceding test on 2026-03-21—just 318 miles earlier—resulted in a failure without recorded defects. This suggests either a temporary administrative oversight or a minor, non-critical fault that was rectified swiftly. The broader trend over the past three years shows consistent pass rates, with no recurring advisories or major failures, indicating the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level. However, the repeated failure at 67,602 miles in 2024—despite two identical tests on the same date—raises suspicion of either a persistent, undocumented issue or a procedural anomaly. Mileage progression reveals a steady accumulation of approximately 9,850 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for its age. There are no prolonged gaps or abrupt spikes, though the 2025-2026 period shows a slight deceleration in mileage accumulation, dropping from 11,282 miles in 2024 to around 9,764 miles in the past year. This could imply reduced usage or seasonal storage, which may have spared some wear on high-mileage components like suspension bushes or brake pads. The lack of substantial mileage gaps also suggests the vehicle has not been left unused for extended periods, reducing the risk of fluid degradation or component corrosion from stagnation. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on components prone to wear at this mileage: the suspension system, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which often degrade unevenly in city-driven Fiats. The brakes, while not explicitly flagged, warrant scrutiny for uneven pad thickness or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle exhibits pulling or prolonged stopping distances. Corrosion should be checked at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as this model is susceptible to salt damage in coastal or winter-driven regions. Finally, the exhaust system—particularly the catalytic converter—should be inspected for leaks or excessive rust, as emissions-related failures are occasionally overlooked in otherwise clean records. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless, but it does indicate they have not yet reached a failing threshold.