2011 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WV61 VZN

The 2011 Fiat 500 presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 6 November 2025 at 152,382 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is particularly significant because it follows an unusual failed test on 8 April 2025 at 152,364 miles, also with no defects listed, suggesting the initial failure was likely an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault. The vehicle has now demonstrated consistent roadworthiness across multiple tests, with no recurring advisories or failures pointing to unresolved mechanical deterioration. The mileage accumulation tells a coherent story. Between the December 2021 pass at 130,705 miles and the September 2023 pass at 141,452 miles, the car covered roughly 10,747 miles in just under two years. The subsequent jump to 152,382 miles by November 2025 represents approximately 10,930 miles over a similar two-year window. This steady annual rate of around 10,000 to 11,000 miles aligns with typical use for a small city car of this age and suggests the vehicle has been regularly driven rather than left standing for extended periods, which is generally favourable for mechanical health. Despite the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. At 152,382 miles, consumable components such as brake discs, pads, suspension bushes, and coil springs are well within the range where age-related deterioration can occur independently of MOT failure. The Fiat 500 platform is known to develop corrosion on rear subframes, inner wing arches, and sill edges, particularly on vehicles that have spent years in urban environments with limited underbody protection. A close inspection of these structural areas is advisable, even though no tester has flagged corrosion as a defect. The braking and exhaust systems also warrant attention. Fiat 500s of this generation can develop binding rear calipers and deteriorating exhaust flexi-pipes over time, issues that may not always trigger an MOT failure but can cause noticeable drivability problems. Tyre condition and age should be checked, as older tyres with adequate tread depth can still present a safety risk if the rubber has perished. Overall, the MOT history is genuinely clean and consistent, but the vehicle's age and mileage mean that a hands-on inspection remains essential before purchase.