2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · DE02 TOO

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension components and brake assembly wear. The most recent test in February 2026 at 49,332 miles identified worn front brake discs and thin pads, alongside worn wishbone bushes on both sides. While the car passed, the recurrence of these issues across the 2024 and 2026 tests indicates that mechanical components are reaching the end of their service life and have not been proactively replaced. At 49,332 miles over nine years, the car has covered a low annual average of approximately 5,500 miles. This low usage pattern is consistent with the clean record seen in February 2022 at 25,018 miles. However, the mileage gap of nearly 6,000 miles between early 2025 and 2026 coincides with the appearance of multiple advisories, suggesting the vehicle may have sat stationary for longer periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces despite the low distance travelled. A buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the wishbone bushes have been flagged for wear in three consecutive years since 2024. The corrosion noted on the rear axle in the February 2026 test requires specific scrutiny to ensure it is merely surface-level and not a structural compromise. Additionally, the exhaust flexi-pipe mentioned in 2024 and 2025 should be verified to ensure the leak has been rectified, as recurring exhaust defects often lead to immediate failure if not addressed.