2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · LO16 NJN

The vehicle currently presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach. While it passed its most recent MOT in April 2026 at 67,682 miles, the failure just three days prior reveals a significant neglect of mechanical components. The trend is worsening, moving from a clean record in 2024 to multiple critical failures involving suspension, braking, and safety equipment. This suggests the owner only addresses faults when legally necessary to pass the annual test rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 67,682 miles, the car has covered a relatively low distance of approximately 6,700 miles per year, which is typical for a decade-old city car. However, the mileage gap between May 2024 (48,999 miles) and May 2025 (58,099 miles) shows a period of nearly 10,000 miles where multiple components began to deteriorate rapidly. The sudden appearance of shock absorber leaks and worn bushes during this interval indicates that despite the low mileage, the components are reaching the end of their functional life without intervention. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking system. The record repeatedly flags corrosion on all four coil springs and wear on the front lower suspension arm bushes, which are prone to sudden structural failure. The parking brake is currently operating at the absolute limit of legal efficiency, indicating worn cylinders or cables that require immediate attention to prevent a future failure. Furthermore, the history of exposed cords and perishing rubber in the April 2026 test suggests the tyres are being used until the point of collapse, which poses a safety risk.