2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · DL17 FFG

The 2017 Fiat 500 was last tested on 21 June 2025 at 65,370 miles, passing with no recorded defects, confirming it met roadworthiness standards at that point, just over a year prior to the current date of 16 June 2026. The maintenance trend shows improvement following a mid-2024 blip: an initial MOT failure on 17 June 2024 was resolved by a same-day retest that addressed all noted faults, and no recurring defects from prior years appeared on the 2025 pass. The vehicle’s annual mileage aligns closely with typical usage for its age, with roughly 7,260 miles recorded per year across its 9-year lifespan as of 2026. There are no gaps in its MOT history, with tests completed annually on time, and mileage accumulation between tests is consistent: 7,805 miles between the 2022 and 2023 tests, 4,931 miles between the 2023 test and the 2024 initial failure, and 4,635 miles between the 2024 retest and the 2025 pass, with no evidence of irregular use or periods of extended standing that would mask underlying mechanical wear. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the vehicle’s tyres and suspension in person, as these were the most frequently flagged components across its MOT history. The 2024 initial failure noted three tyres worn close to or below the legal 1.6mm tread limit, plus one rear tyre with sidewall cracking and perishing, all of which were presumably replaced for the same-day retest; a buyer must confirm current tyres have uniform tread depth above 3mm for safe wet weather performance, no sidewall damage, and are correctly matched and inflated. The 2023 test flagged light oil misting on both front shock absorbers, while the 2024 failure noted slightly worn swivel pins and bushes on both rear axles, a fault that can cause uneven tyre wear (evidenced by the 2023 advisory of rear tyres worn on edges) and reduced handling stability; a buyer should check for play in the rear wheels when jacked, inspect front shocks for active oil leaks or reduced damping, and listen for clunking noises over bumps that indicate worn suspension mounting points. The 2024 tests also noted surface rust on the rear suspension and exhaust system, a common issue on older Fiat 500s but one that requires careful assessment to rule out structural damage. A buyer should check the rear subframe mounting points, underbody floor pans, and exhaust mounting brackets for corrosion that has perforated the metal, as surface rust can progress to structural weakness or exhaust leaks if left unaddressed, particularly in areas exposed to road salt.