2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · ARA 111Y
2014 Fiat 500 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 21/03/2014. Recorded mileage 30,610 miles. MOT valid until 22/02/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- FIAT 500
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/02/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 30,610 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2014
- Engine
- 1242cc
ARA 111Y Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
- 30,610 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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ARA 111Y Mileage History
- 07/02/202319,532 mi
- 09/02/202423,267 mi+3,735 mi
- 17/02/202527,016 mi+3,749 mi
- 19/02/202527,016 mi
- 19/02/202630,610 mi+3,594 mi
Average of roughly 3,652 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ARA 111Y MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Fiat 500 (ARA 111Y) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
This 2014 Fiat 500 is a reasonable buy for a low-mileage city car, but the 2025 MOT failure for rear suspension corrosion must be verified as properly repaired. Budget for fresh tyres and a structural inspection before committing.
Ask the seller for evidence that the February 2025 MOT failure was properly rectified — the Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting corrosion and all four tyres should have been replaced or repaired, and the subsequent pass two days later suggests this was done. Request the full service history; with only 30,610 miles over 12 years, confirm oil changes and cam-belt intervals were kept despite low usage, as Fiat's 1.2 litre petrol still needs time-based servicing. Use the tyre and corrosion history as negotiation leverage, as you may need to renew tyres again soon given the repeated perishing advisories in 2024 and 2025.
The 1242cc petrol engine in this Fiat 500 is economical for urban driving, typically returning 50-55 mpg, and the small displacement keeps VED in a low band (likely £20-£35 annually for this 2014 petrol). Insurance groups for the 500 1.2 are usually 6-9, making cover affordable for most drivers. Routine maintenance is cheap, but budget around £150-£250 for a set of tyres if the 2025 replacements are already ageing, and allow £100-£200 for annual servicing. Estimated annual running cost is £800-£1,000 including fuel, tax, insurance and typical maintenance.
Inspect the rear axle beam and spring seats closely — the 2024 MOT noted the rear axle beam very rusty at road spring seats, and the 2025 failure cited offside rear spring mounting excessively corroded reducing structural strength, so confirm no residual corrosion compromises the structure. Check all four tyres for cracking or perishing as this was flagged on every corner in both 2024 and the failed 2025 test, even though it passed days later. Verify front brake pad condition given the 2023 advisory for wearing thin, and look for any evidence of the 30,610-mile odometer being consistent with wear levels on pedals, seats and trim.
The blue 2014 Fiat 500 (ARA111Y) shows a low 30,610 miles for its 12 years of age, with a clean pass in February 2026 and only minor advisories in earlier years. A notable failure in February 2025 involved all four tyres perishing and excessive corrosion at the offside rear spring seat, which was retested and passed two days later. Without aggregate model reliability data we cannot benchmark it, but the recorded history suggests careful, low-use ownership with some age-related rust concerns.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Fiat 500, so this assessment relies solely on the individual history of ARA111Y.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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