2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · L777 ABB

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 3 August 2026 at 65,550 miles, but the tester recorded advisories on the nearside front suspension arm pin, rear suspension bush, nearside rear suspension arm corrosion, spring seat condition and a light mist of oil on the nearside front shock absorber. These items indicate persistent wear in the suspension and minor fluid leakage, yet none breached the safety thresholds, so the car is presently road‑worthy while the trend shows a stable pattern of manageable wear rather than a deteriorating one. Mileage has risen from 21,741 miles in May 2019 to 65,550 miles in August 2026, averaging roughly 6,500–9,000 miles per year. The increase from 29,463 miles in November 2020 to 35,799 miles a year later, and the subsequent yearly increments of 7,400 miles (2021‑22), 9,000 miles (2022‑23) and 4,800 miles (2025‑26) suggest consistent usage without long periods of inactivity. No abrupt spikes or prolonged gaps appear in the record, reinforcing the view that the mileage is typical for a ten‑year‑old Fiat 500. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the suspension components flagged repeatedly: inspect the nearside front arm pin and bush, rear bush and nearside rear arm for excessive play or corrosion, and verify the condition of the spring seats and shock absorbers for oil seepage. The front brake discs, noted as worn and fluctuating in service brake performance in the 2024‑08‑08 failure, merit a visual and thickness check, as should the brake pads which have shown thinning in earlier tests. Tyre tread depth must be measured on all four wheels, given multiple failures for front and rear tyres being close to the 1.6 mm legal limit. Finally, examine the washer system, windscreen wiper operation, and the engine sump, radiator and exhaust for the corrosion documented across several years, ensuring that any rust is superficial and does not compromise structural integrity.