2012 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · EX62 NWL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and chassis-related components. In the most recent test in June 2025 at 62,482 miles, testers identified a severely deteriorated offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover alongside persistent corrosion on both rear coil spring mountings. While the car passed, the presence of oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber is a recurring issue that was first flagged in 2024, indicating a slow failure of the damping seal. At 62,482 miles, this 14-year-old Fiat reflects significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage with increments of roughly 1,500 to 3,300 miles between each June MOT test from 2021 to 2025. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age often leads to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion, which aligns with the mechanical issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension to assess the extent of corrosion on the coil spring mountings, as this has appeared as an advisory since 2024 and could eventually lead to structural failure. The offside front ball joint requires immediate attention due to the deteriorated dust cover, and the nearside front shock absorber should be monitored for increased leakage beyond the current light misting. Additionally, the history of uneven tyre wear and binding brakes between 2021 and 2023 suggests a need for alignment and brake caliper attention, ensuring the geometry is correctly set to prevent premature wear on new tyres.