2012 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · EO62 UOT

The 2025‑05‑21 MOT at 87,588 miles passed with no defects, indicating the vehicle currently meets roadworthiness standards and the maintenance trend is stable. The recorded mileage has risen from 59,437 miles in the 2019 test to 87,588 miles in the 2025 test, an increase of 28,151 miles over six years, averaging about 4,700 miles per year. There are no MOT records between November 2023 and May 2025, suggesting a 19‑month interval with no official inspection, and the jump from 79,916 miles in November 2023 to 84,761 miles in November 2024 adds 4,845 miles in twelve months, a notably high annual accumulation for a 14‑year‑old car. Recurring issues centre on suspension components, with the off‑side front Macpherson strut bush and rear suspension arm bushes repeatedly flagged as excessively worn, and coil springs showing corrosion on both sides since 2020. Rust has been evident on the rear subframe and front coil springs since the 2024 test, while the off‑side front hydraulic brake caliper was found inadequately mounted in 2024 and binding was noted in earlier years. Exhaust leaks have appeared in 2021, 2022 and 2024, and handbrake bracket fractures have occurred in 2021, 2023 and 2024, indicating structural fatigue. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and arm pins for play or separation, examine the subframe and coil springs for rust penetration, verify the secure mounting of the front brake caliper and the integrity of the brake discs and pads, and check the handbrake brackets and cables for cracks or corrosion. Tyre tread depth and edge wear should also be measured, and the exhaust system should be tested for leaks and secure fittings.