2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · BP64 WFO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in February 2026 with 129,948 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory following a period of mechanical neglect in early 2024. While the 2024 failure revealed significant safety issues, the subsequent clean tests indicate that the owner addressed the primary mechanical faults to bring the car back to a passing standard. At a recorded mileage of 129,948 miles over eleven years, the car has averaged approximately 11,800 miles per annum. This figure aligns with typical usage patterns for a small city car. The data shows a consistent increase in mileage, particularly the 22,000ish miles driven between February 2023 and February 2025. This high rate of use suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which explains the accelerated wear and tear on consumable components like brake components and suspension bushings noted in the service history. A buyer should focus their inspection on the front suspension and steering geometry. The February 2025 test flagged play in the offside front lower arm's steering linkage ball joint and an excessively worn bush on the nearside rear upper shock absorber. While these were likely rectified, the recurring nature of suspension-related failures suggests the front components may be under significant stress. The 2025 advisory also noted a nearside front tyre worn on the edge, which often indicates an alignment issue that should be verified to prevent immediate further tyre degradation. The braking system requires close attention due to the February 2024 failure for significantly worn brake discs and thin pads across the front axle. Because the tester was unable to verify brake performance during that specific failure, the buyer should inspect for binding calipers or uneven wear to ensure the repairs performed used high-quality parts. Given the high mileage and the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for corrosion on the structural chassis and exhaust system is also necessary to ensure the integrity remains sound despite the high-mileage profile.