2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · LG16 XAE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 82,056 miles passed, it revealed corrosion on both rear coil springs and a minor exhaust leak. These issues, combined with a failure in the previous year at 2025 due to an inoperative engine management light, suggest that mechanical faults and structural degradation are only addressed when they threaten an MOT pass. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use city car, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. Between September 2023 at 68,007 miles and April 2026 at 82,056 miles, the car covered over 14,000 miles, showing a steady usage profile. There are no significant gaps in the testing history to suggest the vehicle sat stationary for long periods, though the low annual mileage relative to its ten-year age often leads to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion seen on the chassis. A buyer must perform a close inspection of the braking and suspension systems. The 2025 failure regarding poor parking brake efficiency, which only marginally passed the subsequent retest, indicates the mechanism or cables are likely reaching the end of their functional life. Furthermore, the misting of oil on the nearside front shock absorber noted in 2023 should be monitored for increased leaking. The corrosion reported on the rear coil springs in the 2026 test requires a physical check to ensure the metal integrity is not compromised, as further rust will lead to sudden structural failure.