2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · LT67 SVO

Based on the official DVSA MOT records, this 2017 FIAT 500 presents a generally sound mechanical picture, though the most recent test reveals emerging wear that warrants attention. The vehicle passed its latest MOT on 30 September 2025 at 26,843 miles, but the tester flagged a nail in the nearside rear tyre and a light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber. These are not immediate failures, yet they signal the onset of age-related deterioration. The maintenance trend is stable but beginning to show minor faults after two consecutive clean passes in 2021 and 2022. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old city car. Between June 2021 and September 2025, the odometer advanced just 8,654 miles over four years, averaging roughly 2,164 miles annually. Such light use typically limits wear on consumables like brake discs and tyres, but prolonged periods of standing can cause perishing of rubber components and localised corrosion. The 2023 test recorded advisories for cracking and perishing on all four tyres, confirming that age, not mileage, is degrading the rubber. The nail puncture noted in 2025 further suggests the car may have been stationary for extended periods before that test. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and damping. The 2024 test identified worn rear bushes on both lower suspension arms, and the 2025 test added a light oil misting from the offside front shock absorber. While neither defect caused an excessive movement failure, worn bushes combined with a weeping damper indicate the front end is approaching a service interval. Check the condition of the coil springs for corrosion and inspect the exhaust system for surface rust, as short-trip use often accelerates condensation-related corrosion on exhaust components and mountings. Tyre condition deserves close scrutiny. The 2023 advisories covered all four corners, and the 2025 advisory confirms a puncture repair was needed. Even with low mileage, the original factory tyres will now be at least nine years old and approaching the end of their safe service life. Budget for a complete set of quality replacements if the sidewalls show any further cracking. Overall, the record suggests a lightly used urban car with no serious structural or mechanical failures, but the rubber and suspension components are now entering a phase where proactive replacement is advisable.