2009 Fiat 500 1.4L Petrol · BJ59 EXE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear progression of structural corrosion and component degradation. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 67,399 miles passed, it introduced multiple new advisories regarding corroded coil spring mountings and axles. This marks a shift from the clean records of 2022 and 2023, suggesting that the vehicle is now battling age-related decay despite its low annual mileage. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 67,399 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent across the history, with only a 1,637-mile gap between December 2024 and December 2025. However, low mileage often correlates with accelerated oxidation of rubber and metal components, as evidenced by the perishing and cracking tyres noted in the 2024 test and the persistent surface rust on brake components and sub-frames. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sub-frame and suspension mounting points. The 2024 test flagged corrosion on the rear sub-frame, and the 2025 report identified corrosion on the rear coil spring mountings and axle. These are critical areas that require monitoring to ensure surface rust does not transition into structural perforation. Additionally, the buyer should check the offside rear brake disc, which has been flagged for pitting for two consecutive years, and ensure the offside front brake caliper is no longer binding, following the issue noted in the 2024 entry.