2010 Fiat 500C 1.4L Petrol · BK10 VPP

The vehicle shows a history of deferred maintenance and recurring mechanical wear, despite its low mileage for the age. In the most recent test in September 2025 at 68,468 miles, the car passed only after addressing significant failures including imbalanced rear brakes, deteriorated discs, and a binding rear caliper. The tester also flagged multiple structural and suspension issues, such as damp front shocks, corroded top strut mounts, noisy roll bar bushes, and corroded coil springs. The presence of a blown middle exhaust and a deteriorated rear box indicates a trend of underside corrosion likely exacerbated by long periods of inactivity or exposure. At 68,468 miles over 16 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 4,300 miles per year. This low usage profile often leads to environmental-related degradation rather than mechanical fatigue, which is evident in the persistent reports of corrosion on the rear axle and brake components dating back to 2023. Furthermore, the record reveals a consistent pattern of alignment issues, with front tyres frequently worn on the inner edges between 2017 and 2024, suggesting a persistent geometry fault that has not been addressed until the tyres fall near legal limits. The overall inspection history suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to upkeep. Repeated failures for stop lamps and registration lights across multiple years indicate that basic electrical consumables are only replaced when necessary for testing. While the vehicle currently holds an MOT, the recurring mentions of rear axle corrosion, worn bushes, and leaking dampers represent a high risk of future repair costs. A buyer should specifically inspect the integrity of the rear axle and the state of the entire suspension system, as these components have been flagged as deteriorating or failing across several consecutive years.