2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · FL64 UJO

The 2014 FIAT 500 presents a stable and clean maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 4 October 2025 at 103,995 miles. This follows a failed test the previous day at 103,994 miles, which suggests a minor, swiftly rectified issue rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The absence of recorded defects across the entire history indicates a vehicle that has consistently met minimum structural and mechanical standards without requiring ongoing repairs. The vehicle's mileage accumulation aligns closely with its age, averaging roughly 8,666 miles per year, which is typical for a city car of this vintage. Between the October 2022 test at 77,342 miles and the October 2023 test at 85,290 miles, the car covered 7,948 miles. The subsequent year saw a slight increase to 8,726 miles, reaching 94,016 miles by October 2024. The most recent twelve-month period shows a significant drop, with only 9,979 miles added between October 2024 and October 2025, and a mere single mile recorded between the failed and passed tests in October 2025. This recent drop-off in usage suggests the car may have spent extended periods stationary, a condition that can degrade consumables like tyres and brake components through sitting rather than wear. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential, particularly given the recent decline in annual mileage. A car standing idle for long periods often suffers from perished rubber suspension bushes, seized brake calipers, and flat-spotted tyres, none of which necessarily trigger an MOT defect immediately but compromise drivability. A buyer should closely examine the condition of the exhaust system for corrosion, check the coil springs for fractures, and inspect the inner edges of the tyres for uneven wear. The single-mile gap between the October 2025 failure and pass warrants a specific inquiry to the seller regarding the nature of the initial defect, ensuring the rectification was thorough and not merely a temporary fix to secure a pass.