2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Diesel · EO64 HJE

The 2014 FIAT 500 presents a generally stable mechanical condition, though the most recent MOT on 2025-11-27 at 81,420 miles reveals a worsening trend regarding braking components and consumable wear. The tester flagged rear brake pads wearing thin and an offside front inner tyre worn close to the legal limit. These advisories point to deferred basic upkeep, as the vehicle passed cleanly between 2021 and 2023. The presence of child seats fitted at the rear during the latest test prevented full inspection of the adult seatbelts, leaving a gap in the safety record that demands physical verification. Covering roughly 6,785 miles per year, the mileage pattern is low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, suggesting prolonged periods of standing or exclusively short urban trips. The annual tests show consistent increments—11,789 miles between November 2021 and November 2022, 6,704 miles between 2022 and 2023, and 6,704 miles again between 2023 and 2024—before dropping to 6,562 miles over the most recent year. Low mileage typically preserves structural integrity, but extended idling can cause moisture accumulation in the exhaust and brake corrosion, which aligns with the pitted front discs noted in late 2024. A prospective buyer should thoroughly inspect the braking system and structural underside. The tester flagged worn and pitted front brake discs in the November 2024 test at 74,858 miles, yet the mileage barely increased since, suggesting the corrosion may persist or the components were left unaddressed. Check the rear brake pads for excessive wear and examine the offside front tyre for uneven edge wear, which hints at potential suspension geometry issues or misalignment. Lifting the vehicle is essential to assess the structural integrity of the undercarriage for corrosion, particularly given the urban use implied by the low mileage. Remove the child seats to verify the condition and full retraction of the rear adult seatbelts, as the tester could not inspect them during the last test.