2018 Fiat 500L 1.4L Petrol · DX68 HWF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative servicing. The most recent test in September 2025 at 63,181 miles passed with only an advisory for a perishing or damaged nearside rear tyre. This follows a period of mechanical instability where the vehicle failed a test due to critical brake wear, suggesting that the owner tends to address faults only once they reach a point of legal failure. The mileage progression is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,900 miles per year. There is a clear gap of 7,754 miles between the September 2022 and October 2023 tests, and another 8,918 miles between October 2024 and September 2025. This steady accumulation suggests a regular usage pattern. While the relatively low mileage reduces the overall strain on the drivetrain, the frequency of brake-related failures indicates that components are being pushed to their functional limits between the annual inspection intervals. An in-person inspection must focus on the braking system and tyre condition. The 2023 failure at 46,999 miles for significantly worn front discs and thin pads, combined with advisories for worn discs in 2022, highlights a history of neglected brake maintenance. A buyer should check for uneven pad wear or sticking calipers which could indicate overheating. Furthermore, the recurring issues with tyre damage, cuts, and perishing across 2022, 2024, and 2025 suggest the vehicle may have suffered from poor rubber care or neglect. Verify the age and tread depth of the full set of tyres to ensure no further cracking is present despite the low mileage.