2019 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · GM19 MJY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a developing issue with suspension components. While it passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 51,801 miles, the tester identified a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and worn bushes on both rear shock absorbers. This follows a failure in May 2025 for an excessively worn offside front suspension arm bush, indicating that the front suspension assembly is reaching the end of its functional life prematurely. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year over its seven-year lifespan. The interval between 35,657 miles in June 2023 and 51,801 miles in May 2026 shows regular usage, though the low mileage can sometimes lead to the hardening of rubber components and bushings due to age rather than friction-related wear. The clean records between the 2024 and 2025 tests suggest the vehicle was well-maintained during those specific 12-month intervals. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension for play in the arms, as the recurring failures suggest a need for replacement. The recorded 2023 report of a front exhaust leak and pitted brake discs warrants a current check to ensure these components were replaced and have not deteriorated further since. Given the recent advisory on the rear shock absorber bushes, the buyer should check for fluid leaks or excessive bouncing to prevent a failure in the next testing cycle.