2013 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · PO10 AAB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in October 2025 at 98,598 miles identified a minor leak at the front exhaust manifold and play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. This follows a period of two clean passes in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that while the vehicle was temporarily stable, components are now beginning to fail at this higher mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old car, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. There is a notable jump in usage between 2020 (48,500 miles) and 2021 (63,030 miles), where the vehicle covered over 14,000 miles in a single year. This increased load correlates with the cluster of failures seen in 2021 and 2022, where tyres and suspension components began to deteriorate rapidly compared to the previous years of much lower use. A prospective buyer must closely inspect the exhaust system and suspension geometry, as the record shows a recurring history of corrosion and missing clamps dating back to 2019. The recent discovery of ball joint play indicates that the front suspension components are nearing the end of their life and require replacement. Furthermore, the history of inner-edge tyre wear across multiple years suggests that the vehicle may suffer from persistent alignment issues or worn shock absorbers that have not been fully addressed.