2018 Fiat 500X 1.6L Petrol · EA67 KCG

The 2018 Fiat 500X has maintained a largely stable roadworthiness profile over the past three years, with the most recent MOT test on January 28, 2026, confirming no defects at 76,527 miles. The only notable recurring issue was the 2025 test, where the tester flagged front and rear brake pads as wearing thin—an advisory rather than a fail—indicating basic wear rather than a systemic problem. The 2024 failure was isolated to electrical faults (rear indicator, stop, and reversing lamps) and a side repeater malfunction, all of which were rectified before the subsequent January 2024 pass. No structural or drivetrain advisories have appeared in the record, suggesting the vehicle has not suffered from neglect or catastrophic wear. Mileage progression suggests typical usage for its age, averaging around 9,500 miles annually, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity. The gap between tests aligns with standard MOT intervals, though the 2024 failure—just 53 miles before the January 2024 retest—implies a swift resolution of the electrical issues. There are no red flags in the mileage pattern to suggest excessive wear or extended periods of disuse, though the 2023 to 2024 jump from 49,820 to 59,723 miles (9,903 miles in a year) is marginally higher than the subsequent average. A buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the brake system, particularly the pads and discs, given the 2025 advisory on wear. The 2024 electrical failures warrant a thorough check of the rear lighting circuit, including the near-side stop lamp, indicator, and reversing lamp functionality, as well as the side repeater mechanism. Suspension components—coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be examined for uneven wear or corrosion, though no advisories in the MOT record suggest imminent failure. Structural integrity, especially around wheel arches and sills, should also be assessed for corrosion, as this model is prone to rust in high-exposure areas. The absence of advisories on exhaust emissions or drivetrain components provides reassurance, but a pre-purchase diagnostic will confirm whether the 2025 brake wear has progressed beyond the advisory stage.