2013 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · LG63 USB

Recurring wear on the front suspension and braking systems defines the mechanical history of this vehicle. While it passed its most recent inspection on 17 July 2026, the record shows a pattern of degradation in the front end, including a failure in July 2023 for excessively worn rear bushes on both front suspension arms. This followed an advisory for the same component in 2021, indicating a gradual decline before the eventual failure and subsequent repair. The recorded mileage of 40,768 miles is low for a thirteen year old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,136 miles per year. Such a low annual accumulation often means that components may degrade due to age and environmental exposure rather than mechanical wear from distance. This is evidenced by the 2020 advisory for a perishing front tyre and the repeated mentions of pitted and scored brake discs, which are common symptoms of vehicles that spend significant time stationary. Current attention is required for the front tyres, as the July 2026 test flagged a cut in the nearside front tyre and inner edge wear on the offside front. During a test drive, the buyer should check for any steering pull or uneven tyre wear that could indicate a lingering alignment issue. The 2024 advisories regarding thin brake pads, pitted discs, and a binding offside front brake caliper are also critical points of inspection. Listen for any scraping noises during braking or feel for a lack of free-rolling movement in the offside front wheel, which would suggest the binding issue persists. Further inspection should focus on the front suspension linkages to ensure the 2023 bush replacements were performed to a satisfactory standard. Listen for knocks or clunks when driving over speed bumps or during low-speed manoeuvring, as these are typical symptoms of worn suspension arm bushes. Given the history of pitted brake discs, a physical inspection of the disc surfaces for corrosion and a check of the pedal feel for any sponginess or judder is recommended to confirm the current state of the braking system.