2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · FE66 VBV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in September 2025 at 59,359 miles showed an initial failure due to excessively worn front suspension arm bushes and a broken exhaust front clamp. While the car passed the subsequent re-test, the recurrence of failures in suspension and exhaust systems suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of legal failure. At 59,359 miles, this ten-year-old Fiat has covered a low annual mileage, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low usage often implies short-trip driving, which can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and brake hardware. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered 4,469 miles, yet the 2024 test flagged corroded brake pipes and a minor exhaust leak. This pattern indicates that the low mileage has not protected the vehicle from age-related corrosion or wear on critical rubber parts. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the replacement arms fitted in 2025 were fitted correctly and are not already showing signs of play. The 2023 failure for thin brake pads and scored discs, combined with the 2024 advisory regarding corroded brake pipes, suggests the braking system has suffered from neglect. Furthermore, the oil leak noted in 2023 requires verification under the engine cover to ensure it has not progressed into a more significant gasket or seal failure despite the low overall mileage.