ABARTH 1242018 · 1.4L PETROL

This vehicle has a very low recorded mileage of 13,346 miles over eight years, averaging roughly 1,668 miles per year. While low mileage is often seen as a positive, the MOT history suggests this car has suffered from long periods of standing rather than light, regular use. The most recent MOT in July 2025 resulted in a failure due to an imbalance in the rear service brakes and perishing rear tyres, though these were rectified for a pass. This follows a worrying trend of degradation. In 2023 and 2024, all four tyres were flagged for cracking and perishing, and the rear brake discs were noted as corroded in 2024. The vehicle's condition trend is worsening. It moved from a completely clean MOT in 2022 to recurring tyre issues and eventually a mechanical failure of the braking system. This pattern is typical of a car that sits idle for long durations, causing rubber components to dry rot and brake surfaces to corrode. The low mileage here is a signal of under-use. While the drivetrain likely has very little mechanical wear, the lack of use has compromised the safety-critical consumables.