2013 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · LM63 DNO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the suspension and steering components. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 66,634 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior. The tester flagged an excessively worn offside front suspension arm bush and play in the steering rack inner joints. This indicates that while immediate repairs were made to secure a pass, the front-end geometry is reaching a state of significant wear and tear. At 66,634 miles, this 13-year-old Fiat shows low annual usage, averaging approximately 5,126 miles per year. However, the data shows a notable spike in activity between January 2025 and February 2026, where the vehicle covered nearly 7,000 miles in just thirteen months. This period of increased use combined with the low age has likely accelerated the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the multiple advisories for cracking tyres and perished rubber in the 2025 records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension assembly, as the record shows recurring issues with worn bushes, ball joints, and steering rack play. The 2025 test highlighted structural rust on the rear axle and corroded coil springs on both sides, which require monitoring to ensure structural integrity is not beyond repair. Additionally, the front brakes were previously noted for thin pads and pitted discs, so the current thickness and condition of the braking system should be verified to ensure they were replaced following the previous failure.