2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · MA14 UBR

The 2014 FIAT 500 holds a valid MOT pass from 2025-10-28 at 89,611 miles, confirming current roadworthiness, yet the maintenance trend is stable rather than improving. The tester flagged five advisories on that date, including slightly worn rear upper shock absorber bushes on both sides, slightly discoloured rear direction indicators, and a minor rear exhaust gas leak at the joint. These advisories mirror findings from the 2024-11-05 test, where the same rear bush wear and indicator discolouration appeared, and the new exhaust leak in October 2025 marks a fresh defect that warrants attention. The same-day fail-to-pass on 2025-10-28 shows the previous owner corrected headlamp aim faults (nearside too high, offside too low) immediately, but the persistence of suspension and exhaust issues suggests underlying wear rather than one-off oversights. The recorded mileage of 89,611 miles over 12 years averages 7,468 miles per year, which is typical for the vehicle's age. A notable gap exists between the November 2020 test at 46,119 miles and the November 2021 test at 47,671 miles, a span of only 1,552 miles in twelve months, indicating a period of very light use or extended standing. Mileage then accelerated to 56,057 miles by November 2022 and has risen steadily since, suggesting the car returned to regular service. The absence of any test records between 2017 and 2019 is not unusual, but the consistent annual testing from 2020 onward provides a reliable recent history. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the rear suspension bushes and exhaust joint in person. The rear upper shock absorber bushes have carried an advisory for two consecutive years (2024 and 2025), and on a 12-year-old car with 89,611 miles, these components are likely approaching the end of their service life and may require replacement soon. The rear exhaust gas leak at the joint, newly recorded in October 2025, could indicate corrosion or a failed gasket and should be examined for exhaust gas ingress into the cabin. Recurring tyre edge wear (noted in 2020 on all four tyres, in 2023 on the fronts, and in 2024 on the rears) points to possible alignment or suspension geometry faults that should be checked with a wheel alignment measurement. The headlamp aim faults corrected in October 2025 should be verified to ensure they remain within specification.