2018 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · EY18 GFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in July 2025 at 40,948 miles. The maintenance trend shows a stable but concerning pattern regarding tyre condition, specifically concerning age-related degradation. While the vehicle avoids mechanical failures, the recurring presence of perishing and cracking across the last three recorded tests indicates that the rubber components are failing due to age or long periods of stationary use rather than simple tread wear. The mileage profile is consistently low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between April 2022 and August 2022, where the car covered only 527 miles in four months. However, the usage increased significantly between July 2024 and July 2025, with over 8,600 miles clocked in that single year. This low annual mileage often leads to premature aging of rubber-based components and seals, which dry out when when the vehicle is not driven frequently. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of all four tyres, as the 2022 test flagged the entire set as perishing and the 2025 test noted fresh cracking on the rear axle. The 2023 report of uneven wear on the front edges suggests an alignment check may be necessary to determine if the suspension geometry is out of specification. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check the brake discs for surface corrosion or seized calipers from lack of use, along with the condition of suspension bushes which are prone to cracking on vehicles that sit for long periods.