2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · DL15 ODV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent MOT test in October 2025 at 49,155 miles showed a pass following an initial failure related to headlamp alignment and worn front components. While the car passed its latest inspection, the recurring nature of the failures suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach the point of legal non-compliance. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 49,155 miles represents a low average of approximately 4,469 miles per year. This low usage pattern suggests short trips, which can often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and brake hardware. Between October 2023 and October 2025, the vehicle covered only 5,857 miles, confirming a consistent low-mileage profile. However, the low mileage does not exempt components from age-related wear, as evidenced by the persistent issues noted in the test records. A buyer should conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the front brake system and suspension assembly. The October 2025 test flagged pitted and scored brake discs, which indicates long periods of sitting or infrequent use leading to surface corrosion. Furthermore, the 2023 record noted a worn offside front suspension arm bush. An inspector must check for further cracking in rubber bushings and play in the steering geometry, as these components degrade despite low mileage. The MOT history also highlights a trend of poor tyre management, with multiple entries for tread depth reaching legal limits and perishing rubber across 2023, 2024, and 2025. The presence of cracking and perishing on the tyres suggests they are age-limited rather than worn out. Verify the manufacture dates on all four tyres to ensure they are not structurally compromised due to age, and check the headlamp alignment to ensure the previous failure was correctly rectified.