2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · FG67 ORF

The 2017 FIAT 500 presents a stable maintenance trend, currently meeting all required roadworthiness standards without any recorded defects. On 22 May 2025 at 77,101 miles, the tester issued a clean pass, mirroring the outcome of the August 2024 test at 70,064 miles. Two failed tests appear in the history—on 2 September 2023 and 27 August 2024—yet both were resolved on the same day with zero defects recorded on the subsequent retests. This pattern points to minor, easily rectified issues rather than chronic mechanical failures. However, the current MOT certificate expired on 21 May 2026, meaning the vehicle is presently operating without a valid test certificate and requires immediate re-examination. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a nine-year-old city car, averaging roughly 8,567 miles annually. Between the September 2023 test at 58,942 miles and the August 2024 test at 70,064 miles, the car covered 11,122 miles in just under twelve months. The subsequent period saw a notable drop in usage, accumulating only 7,037 miles between August 2024 and the May 2025 test at 77,101 miles. This recent reduction in annual mileage might indicate a change in ownership or commuting patterns, potentially meaning the vehicle has spent more time stationary, which can affect consumables like tyres and brake discs through standing corrosion. Despite the absence of recorded defects, a physical inspection remains prudent given the vehicle's age and the recent drop in usage. Buyers should closely examine the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as the reduced mileage increases the likelihood of older rubber. Brake discs and pads require a thorough check for surface corrosion, a common issue when a car sits unused for extended periods. Suspension bushes and exhaust components should also be assessed for deterioration, as the Fiat 500's typical urban driving subjects these parts to frequent low-speed impacts and thermal cycling. A brief test drive will confirm the drivetrain operates smoothly without any unusual vibrations or drivetrain slack.