2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · FM64 YVZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in reactive repairs. While it passed the most recent test on 12 December 2025 at 44,738 miles, it failed just one day prior due to multiple critical suspension failures. The tester identified excessive play in the nearside track rod end, a worn offside suspension arm ball joint, and an insecure nearside shock absorber top mount. This suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 44,738 miles represents an average of approximately 4,067 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components due to age rather than mechanical wear. Between December 2023 and December 2024, the car covered 6,006 miles, yet it suffered from multiple issues including worn tyres and failing strut mounts. The presence of pitting on the brake discs in late 2025 indicates the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, allowing surface corrosion to set in despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The history shows recurring issues with strut mounts, ball joints, and track rod ends, which should be checked for any remaining play or steering wheel shimmy vibration. The front brake discs have been flagged for being pitted and scored in both 2024 and 2025; the thickness of these discs should be measured against the minimum specification. Additionally, ensure the exhaust back box is securely secured following the missing clamp noted in the previous test.