2013 Fiat 500L 1.2L Diesel · LR63 BYB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT pass in August 2025 at 72,506 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of significant neglect in early 2024 followed by reactive repairs. While the most recent test indicates no defects, the immediate failure in July 2025—occurring four miles after a previous test's re-test due to a fractured nearside front coil spring—suggests that the owner only addressed mechanical faults when forced by a testing failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 72,506 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,577 miles per year. The data reveals a period of low usage between March 2024 and August 2024, where the car covered only 4,388 miles in five months. This low-use pattern often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components and the accumulation of fluid leaks from stationary periods, which is consistent with the deteriorated engine mounting and worn suspension arm bushes identified during the February 2024 test. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the offside front suspension arm bush was flagged as worn in 2024 and the nearside coil spring failed in 2025. The persistent oil leak noted in early 2024 remains a point of concern to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak during the low-mileage intervals. Given the history of multiple failures involving lighting, washers, and seat belts in February 2024, a functional check of all electrical systems and safety restraints is necessary to confirm that previous repairs were comprehensive and remain effective.