2012 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · DV62 GVX

This 2012 Fiat 500 shows a stable roadworthiness trend over the past five MOT cycles, with consistent passes and no recorded defects across all tests. The most recent inspection on 2025-09-01 at 72,047 miles confirms the vehicle remains compliant with current UK standards, though the absence of advisories or defects does not preclude underlying wear that may not have been visually apparent during testing. The lack of recurring issues suggests either diligent maintenance or components that have not yet reached critical failure thresholds—though this does not guarantee future reliability. The recorded mileage of 72,047 miles over 14 years equates to approximately 5,146 miles annually, a figure significantly lower than the average for a vehicle of this age. Between 2021-10-01 and 2022-10-03, the mileage increased by just 1,458 miles, indicating prolonged periods of low usage. While this reduces wear on high-stress components like suspension bushes and brake calipers, it also raises questions about whether fluids (coolant, brake fluid, gearbox oil) have been regularly serviced or if the vehicle has been stored in conditions that could accelerate corrosion or rubber degradation. Given the lack of MOT advisories, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity, particularly the rear subframe and bushings, which are common failure points on this model. The front coil springs and dampers, though not flagged, may show signs of fatigue or oil leakage after nearly 14 years. Brake discs and pads, while not explicitly tested for wear in MOTs, should be checked for uneven thickness or glazing, especially if the vehicle has been infrequently driven. Corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the rear axle should also be examined, as prolonged static storage can exacerbate rust penetration in critical structural areas. Tyre condition, despite no MOT failures, warrants verification—failing twice on tread depth in prior tests would have been a defect, so current tyres may still be within limits but should be inspected for uneven wear or age-related cracking.