2021 Fiat 500 Star Mhev 1.0L Petrol · RE21 ACZ

A recurring front‑tyre wear issue dominates the MOT history, with advisories on both off‑side and near‑side tyres in successive years and a dangerous failure recorded in 2024 when the off‑side front tyre was found with exposed ply. The latest test in July 2025 was passed, but the advisory about the off‑side front tyre being close to the legal limit remains, indicating that the tyre wear problem has persisted rather than resolved. The odometer reads 27 610 mi after just over five years, giving an average of roughly 5 500 mi per annum – well below the typical usage for a small city car. Such low mileage can mean reduced cumulative wear on drivetrain and brake components, yet it also suggests periods of infrequent use during which tyre rubber can harden and develop flat‑spotting, especially if the car has been stored for extended intervals between journeys. Prospective buyers should give the front tyre set a thorough visual and tactile inspection. Verify tread depth on both front wheels, looking for uneven wear patterns that could indicate mis‑alignment or worn suspension bushes. Feel for any sidewall bulges, cuts or the presence of exposed cords, and listen for a humming or thumping vibration when cruising at moderate speed, which would signal a distorted wheel rim or internal tyre damage. Replacing the front tyres as a matched pair is advisable, and the wheel rims should be checked for true run‑out and structural integrity; any distortion should be corrected by a professional wheel specialist before fitting new tyres. Because the near‑side front wheel was flagged as slightly distorted, a short test‑drive over a variety of road surfaces should be used to detect steering pull, shimmy, or a feeling of looseness in the front end. Pay particular attention to the response when applying the brakes – any pulsation or uneven feel may point to underlying suspension or wheel‑hub issues that have not yet manifested as MOT failures. A qualified mechanic’s inspection of the front suspension arms, steering knuckles and tyre mounting points will confirm whether corrective alignment or bushings replacement is required before the car is relied upon for regular road use.