2018 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · EU68 HRF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a sharp decline in preventative maintenance. While the car maintained a clean record between 2022 and 2024, the September 2025 test at 55,992 miles revealed multiple mechanical failures that required immediate attention. Although the vehicle passed the day after the failure, the density of defects across braking and suspension components suggests that wear-related items were neglected until they reached a point of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year over its eight-year life. The progression from 28,488 miles in 2022 to 55,992 miles in 2025 shows steady usage without excessive strain. However, the jump of 8,457 miles recorded between the 2024 and 2025 tests represents a slight increase in annual mileage which likely correlates with the sudden appearance of failing components and degraded tyres noted in the latest inspection. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The 2025 failure flagged both front lower suspension arm bushes as worn, and while these did not cause a fail, such wear often leads to steering instability and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The brake discs were noted as pitted and scored, indicating that the vehicle may have sat for long periods or been driven in harsh environments that lead to surface corrosion. The condition of the tyres remains a primary concern as the September 2025 failure recorded four separate issues including cutting on the edges and a cut reaching the cords. Given the age of the car, the rubber components are vulnerable to dry rot despite the low mileage. Verify that all four tyres have been replaced since the September failure and check for any remaining signs of misalignment or irregular tread patterns to ensure the previously suspension issues were properly rectified.