2012 Fiat 500 0.9L Petrol · KP12 GVJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed the most recent test in February 2026 at 62,041 miles, this followed a significant failure just two days prior. The tester flagged extensive corrosion issues across the rear axle, coil springs, and exhaust system, alongside a worn nearside front McPherson strut bush. The persistence of these faults across multiple tests suggests that while repairs are being made, they are reactive rather than proactive preventative care. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 62,041 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 4,432 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the accelerated oxidation seen in the records, as vehicles that sit stationary are more susceptible to surface corrosion. Between February 2024 and February 2026, the car covered only 4,144 miles, yet the exhaust system deteriorated from a rusted casing to a failure involving mounts and skins, indicating that age and environment are the primary drivers of wear rather than mechanical mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody to assess the depth of the corrosion on the rear axle beam. The history consistently flags corrosion on the axle components between 2025 and 2026, which poses a long-term risk to structural integrity. The braking system also requires scrutiny, as the records show a binding offside front disc in 2025 and a handbrake with dangerously little reserve travel by 2026. Inspect the front shock absorber top mounts and the exhaust assembly to ensure the reported corrosion has not progressed beyond surface perforation.