2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · AP63 JBU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of developing suspension-related wear. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 58,221 miles identified wear on the offside front lower suspension arm bush and slight play in the nearside front ball joint, the car passed the inspection. This follows a recurring issue with the offside rear shock absorber bushes noted in previous years, suggesting that while the car passes, the rubber-bound components are reaching the end of their functional life. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,850 miles per year to reach the current 58,221 miles. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 1,500 miles covered between the July 2023 and July 2024 tests. This low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber components regardless of mileage, which is evidenced by the advisories regarding perishing and cracking on the tyres in 2023 and 2024. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension to verify if the flagged ball joint and arm bush have been replaced since the July 2025 test. The recurring faults on shock absorber bushes indicate that the rear suspension assembly requires a close look for leaks or excessive movement. Given the history of perishing tyres, the age and condition of the current rubber must be checked for sidewall cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer tyres becoming brittle before the tread is exhausted.