2010 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · DY10 KFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in July 2025 at 140,860 miles resulted a pass following a failure due to poor parking brake efficiency, multiple tyre defects, and worn shock absorber bushes. While the immediate failures were addressed, the persistence of advisories regarding perished rear tyres and worn shock bushes suggests that components are only being replaced once they reach the point of MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a sixteen-year-old city car, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. Between July 2022 and July 2025, the vehicle covered 30,436 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 10,000 miles annually. The jump of 13,607 miles between the July 2024 and July 2025 tests shows a recent increase in use, which naturally puts higher strain on rubber-based components and suspension systems compared to lower-mileage-age vehicles. A buyer must physically inspect the rear suspension and braking system. The 2023 test flagged oil misting on front shock absorbers, and the 2025 test noted worn top bushes on the rear units, indicating the suspension assembly is nearing the end of its service life. The 2025 failure for parking brake efficiency requires a thorough check of the rear drums and cables to ensure the mechanism is not merely adjusted. Given the previous exhaust leak noted in 2023, the manifold and system should also be examined for corrosion or structural thinning, as these are common failure points on this model at high mileage.