2013 Fiat 500L 1.2L Diesel · AJ09 JAX

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness status is currently failing, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 2026-05-22 which failed with a score of 5.3.3 (b) (i), indicating that the front sub-frame is corroded but not seriously weakened. This failure occurred after a significant period of operation, with the car achieving 88,265 miles in that test date, suggesting that the maintenance trend is worsening. The history of two failed tests in May 2026, one immediately preceding the most recent one, indicates a pattern of recurring mechanical issues rather than a single isolated incident. The mileage accumulation is notable for the vehicle's age of 13 years, with approximately 6,790 miles recorded annually. This rate of mileage is consistent with the vehicle's age, implying that the maintenance history is relatively clean and that the consumption of consumables such as tyres, wipers, or brake pads is not the primary driver of the current mechanical state. The gap between the 2026-05-22 test and the 2025-05-27 test reveals a rapid mileage increase of 5,017 miles in one year, which is a significant accumulation that must be accounted for in future inspections. Given the recurring faults and structural risks, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for binding calipers, brake discs, and suspension components, as well as for corrosion on the engine bay and exhaust system. The most recent MOT failure on 2026-05-22 highlighted binding rear brakes and a corroded front sub-frame, which pose serious risks to the vehicle's structural integrity and safety. While the current MOT has failed, the lack of a more recent successful test suggests that the mechanical trend may be resolving, but the underlying corrosion and binding issues remain a persistent concern that requires immediate attention.