2022 Fiat 500 RED Mhev 1.0L Petrol · AJ22 ARF

The most recent DVSA MOT carried out on 30 April 2026 returned a Pass with no recorded defects, following an identical clean result at the previous test on 25 April 2025. With two consecutive years of fault‑free examinations, the maintenance trend can be regarded as stable; there is no evidence of emerging safety‑critical issues and the vehicle has evidently met the statutory requirements for roadworthiness over the past twelve months. At four years old the 2022 FIAT 500 MHEV has logged 9,107 miles, equating to roughly 2,300 miles per annum. This is considerably below the average UK usage of 7‑10 thousand miles per year and suggests the car has spent a substantial amount of time stationary. Low annual mileage reduces wear on consumables such as tyres, brake pads and clutch, but it also raises the possibility of age‑related deterioration, particularly to rubber components, battery cells and corrosion‑prone metalwork that can develop when a vehicle is left idle for extended periods. For a buyer this age and mileage profile, a thorough visual and tactile inspection of the tyre sidewalls is essential; look for cracking, hardening or dry‑rot which can occur despite low tread wear. Verify tread depth is at least 1.6 mm and confirm that the tyre pressures are correct and hold steady after a short run. The 12‑volt battery should be tested for voltage (above 12.6 V at rest) and cranking amperage, and its service date checked – a battery older than three years may be nearing the end of its useful life even if the car has been lightly used. Examine the brake discs for surface rust, pitting or uneven wear, and spin the wheels to ensure the discs are not seized to the calipers; any binding will manifest as a shudder or pulsation when applying the brakes. Inspect the suspension components – especially the front lower wishbone bushes and rear trailing arm mounts – for any signs of cracking, excessive play or leaking grease, as rubber can deteriorate with age even when not heavily loaded. Finally, confirm that the service book contains stamps for oil, filter, coolant and brake‑fluid changes at the manufacturer‑recommended intervals, typically every 12 months or 10 000 miles whichever comes first, and that any time‑based fluid replacements have been observed despite the low mileage. A brief test‑drive should be used to listen for clunks or rattles over bumps, monitor for any vibration through the steering column, and watch for warning lights such as ABS or ESP. Checking for corrosion on the under‑body, exhaust hangers and wheel arches will also reveal whether the vehicle has been stored in a damp environment. If all these items are satisfactory, the low‑mileage, clean‑MOT FIAT 500 presents a mechanically sound basis for purchase, provided the buyer arranges a full pre‑purchase inspection to verify the condition of these age‑related items.