2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · LS15 HVM

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-08 at 97,297 miles passed without defects, but the immediate preceding test on 2025-10-03—just five days earlier—also failed, though curiously without recorded issues. This pattern of consecutive passes and fails at identical mileages suggests either a minor administrative oversight or a test centre anomaly rather than a mechanical trend. The last clean pass occurred in August 2024 at 90,511 miles, indicating a 6,786-mile interval between tests, which is slightly above the average 12-month cycle. There is no evidence of recurring faults or advisories in the record, though the lack of defects does not preclude hidden wear—particularly in suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers, which are common failure points in this model at this mileage. The recorded mileage of 97,297 over 11 years averages roughly 8,845 miles annually, a rate consistent with typical urban driving. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests spans 14 months, covering 6,201 miles, while the 2024 to 2025 interval covers 6,786 miles in just over a year, suggesting no prolonged periods of inactivity or excessive wear. The absence of mileage jumps or long stagnation periods implies the vehicle has been used regularly, though this does not guarantee all maintenance has been diligently attended to. The lack of advisories in any test also means no forced repairs were mandated, but this does not rule out deferred or neglected servicing. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage—and the brake system, including caliper binding and disc thickness. The absence of corrosion advisories in prior tests does not exclude rust development in wheel arches, subframes, or sills, especially if the vehicle has seen wet or salted roads. Tyre tread depth should be verified, as the consecutive tests at nearly identical mileages could mask uneven wear or low tread. Finally, the engine bay and exhaust should be checked for leaks or excessive corrosion, as these are often overlooked until they become critical. The record’s silence on servicing intervals means oil changes, timing belt (if applicable), and fluid levels may not have been consistently managed.