2006 Fiat Stilo 1.4L Petrol · AD55 ENK

The 2006 Fiat Stilo currently holds a valid MOT certificate, passing its most recent test on 13 January 2026 at 133,694 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, demonstrating consistent annual compliance. The vehicle passed its January 2025 test at 132,087 miles and its January 2024 test at 130,571 miles, both also without defects. The record shows a minor anomaly where a test on 12 January 2026 resulted in a failure despite no defects listed, likely indicating an aborted test or administrative retest immediately rectified the following day. Overall, the mechanical condition remains sound based on the DVSA data. Covering roughly 6,685 miles annually, the Stilo's 133,694-mile total aligns perfectly with typical usage for a two-decade-old vehicle. The mileage accumulation between tests remains steady and predictable. Between the January 2024 test at 130,571 miles and the January 2025 test at 132,087 miles, the car covered 1,516 miles. The subsequent year saw it travel 1,607 miles, reaching 133,694 miles by January 2026. This consistent low-mileage accumulation suggests light, regular use rather than prolonged standing or high-stress long-distance driving, which bodes well for the longevity of consumable components. Although the MOT record remains entirely free of advisories or failures, the Fiat Stilo is notorious for specific structural and mechanical vulnerabilities that a physical inspection must verify. Buyers should thoroughly inspect the subframes, suspension mounting points, and inner wing seams for corrosion, as structural rust is a common failure point on this model. The front suspension bushes and coil springs require close scrutiny for deterioration, while the rear brake calipers must be checked for binding, a frequent issue on Stilos. Furthermore, the exhaust system and its mounting rubbers should be examined for corrosion and cracks. Given the absence of recorded faults, any underlying issues likely fall outside the MOT threshold, making a pre-purchase mechanical inspection essential to verify the true condition of these known weak points.