2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · FH65 LWV

The vehicle holds a valid MOT certificate following the successful test on 20 October 2025 at 115,712 miles. Records indicate this pass followed an immediate failure on the same day involving nearside front suspension components and lighting circuits. While the current status is compliant, the maintenance pattern reflects a cycle of neglect punctuated by urgent repairs prior to inspection rather than consistent upkeep. Recurring engine management warnings and suspension faults suggest underlying issues that required intervention to clear the test, raising concerns about long-term reliability beyond the statutory minimum. At 115,712 miles recorded against an 11 year age profile, the average annual usage sits at approximately 10,500 miles per year. This figure aligns with typical driving habits for a compact city car of this vintage. The MOT history shows consistent annual testing intervals from October 2023 through to late 2025 without significant gaps in coverage. However, the rapid accumulation of faults within short timeframes, such as the cluster of defects logged in October 2024 compared to the single minor advisory in 2023, points to accelerated wear on specific mechanical systems despite reasonable overall mileage figures. A purchase inspection must prioritise the front suspension geometry and steering linkage given the repeated failures involving ball joints and wheel bearings. The tester flagged excessive play in the nearside front wheel bearing during the 2024 failure, and the front lower suspension arm ball joint appeared excessively worn just one year later. Buyers should also verify the condition of both rear coil springs which showed corrosion in the 2024 records, alongside checking for active oil leaks from the shock absorber struts. Persistent engine MIL indicators appearing in two separate failed tests necessitate a diagnostic scan to rule out emissions system faults or sensor failures that may have been temporarily cleared for the test.