2010 Fiat 500 C 1.2L Petrol · GU10 MWV

The vehicle is currently in a state of significant mechanical decline with a rapidly worsening maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test in December 2025 at 125,348 miles resulted in a high volume of failures that indicate a total breakdown in preventative care. While the car held a clean record in late 2023, the subsequent failures in 2024 and 2025 show a cascade of mechanical and structural issues that have gone largely unaddressed. At 125,348 miles over 16 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,800 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for its age. However, the usage pattern between October 2023 at 114,276 miles and December 2024 at 119,134 miles shows a period of only 5,000 miles driven over fourteen months. This lower mileage, combined with the recent surge of defects, suggests the car may have been sitting stationary or neglected, leading to the rapid degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer must prioritize a structural inspection, as the tester flagged the rear subframe as corroded in the December 2025 test. This is a critical concern that can lead to structural failure if the rust is deep. The suspension geometry is also failing significantly, with both front suspension arm ball joints and Macpherson strut bushes reported as excessively worn. Additionally, the offside rear shock absorber progressed from a light misting in 2024 to a serious fluid leak by the latest test. The exhaust and emissions systems require immediate attention. The record shows multiple leaks from front to rear and a failed Lambda reading, which likely points to a faulty catalytic converter or damaged exhaust manifold. The braking system showed history of poor performance, including low parking brake efficiency and axle imbalance in 2024. Given that all four tyres were found worn to the legal limit with uneven edge wear, a professional alignment check is necessary to investigate the aforementioned worn suspension components.