2014 FIAT 5001.2L Petrol

The 2014 Fiat 500 currently holds roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the latest DVSA test on 9 July 2025 at 74,581 miles returning a pass and no defects recorded. Earlier examinations on 13 July 2024 at 71,073 miles, 23 October 2023 at 66,421 miles and 26 October 2022 at 60,944 miles each passed with no advisories. A duplicate entry for 26 October 2022 shows a fail at identical mileage with no defects listed, pointing to a procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault. The vehicle displays no worsening or recurring test issues across the four-year span. Mileage progression matches typical expectations for a twelve-year-old car. The odometer read 60,944 miles in the October 2022 test, climbed to 66,421 by 23 October 2023, then 71,073 on 13 July 2024, reaching 74,581 at the July 2025 test. Annual distances fell from about 5,500 to roughly 3,500 miles, slightly under the 6,215 miles per year average. No significant gaps appear between tests, showing the keeper sustained near-annual MOT discipline. The clean sheet implies basic upkeep was not skipped, though absence of advisories does not prove proactive component renewal. A buyer should still arrange a hands-on inspection of age-sensitive structures and consumables that minimum MOT standards may overlook. The records flag no corrosion, worn suspension bushes, fractured coil springs, lipped brake discs or elevated exhaust emissions, but the Fiat's front subframe, sill edges and rear beam demand visual checks for rust pitting. Verify brake caliper slide freedom and disc wear, and measure tyre tread despite no previous advisories. The same-day fail with zero defects in 2022 warrants a request for the original refusal reason to exclude any omitted emissions or catalytic converter irregularity. Previous keepers cleared each test without noted fault, suggesting either light use or prompt rectification. Given the car's age, budget for suspension bush renewal, brake fluid exchange and coolant refresh irrespective of the spotless MOT list.