2018 Fiat Tipo 1.4L Petrol · BX68 PBV

The vehicle presents a stable but slightly declining maintenance trend regarding consumable wear. While it has passed every inspection since 2021, the most recent test on 18 December 2025 at 56,092 miles shows an increase in technical advisories compared to previous years. The tester flagged pitting and scoring on both front and rear brake discs, alongside wear on the nearside front suspension arm bush and slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical light-to-moderate usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 7,000 miles per year, moving from 12,946 miles in December 2021 to 56,092 miles by December 2025. This steady progression suggests regular use rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps prevent certain types of seizure, though the recent brake disc advisories indicate that surface corrosion or environmental factors are affecting the braking components. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and front-end suspension. The recurring advisories for pitted and scored brake discs in both the December 2024 and December 2025 tests suggest that the discs may soon require replacement alongside new pads. The suspension issues noted in the 2025 test, specifically the worn bush and the anti-roll bar linkage play, should be checked for any audible knocking or impact on handling stability. The lack of major structural defects or failures in the history is a positive indicator of the vehicle's general upkeep. However, the transition from a clean record in 2021 and 2022 to the mechanical advisories seen in 2024 and 2025 marks a shift toward standard wear-and-tear maintenance requirements. Ensuring the suspension components and braking hardware are addressed will be necessary to maintain the current roadworthiness standard.