2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · EO64 FLA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 81,100 miles, this followed a failure on the same day involving multiple suspension and exhaust defects. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to recurring mechanical failures in the following two years suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure. At 81,100 miles over 12 years, the car averages approximately 6,750 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage. However, the data shows a significant surge of nearly 16,000 miles between October 2023 and October 2024, followed by another 15,000 miles by late 2025. This period of activity correlates with the accelerated wear seen on the tyres and suspension components, which were repeatedly flagged for being near legal limits across the two most recent tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the October 2025 failure highlighted an excessively worn offside front suspension arm bush and a defective Macpherson strut top mount. Although these were rectified for the pass, the presence of corrosion on both rear coil springs indicates that the underbody is beginning to show environmental degradation. The front exhaust flexi-pipe also remains a known point of weakness, which often leads to leaks and noise if not replaced promptly. The recurring pattern of tyres reaching the legal limit or showing uneven edge wear suggests potential alignment issues or a neglect of basic consumable maintenance. The buyer should check the current tread depth on all tyres and verify the exhaust system is securely mounted, as the record shows a clear history of insecure silencers and defective mounts.