2009 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · MJ57 NEL

The most recent MOT test on 31 July 2025 recorded a pass with no advisories or defects, placing the Fiat 500 in a roadworthy state as of that date. Since the current date is August 2026, the vehicle is now approximately thirteen months beyond its last recorded test, meaning the buyer should arrange an immediate MOT rather than assume ongoing compliance. Across the five tests supplied, only one failure appears, recorded on the same date as a pass in September 2023, and crucially no defect categories or advisory notes are listed against either entry. The absence of flagged items in the dataset makes it impossible to verify whether underlying issues were identified and rectified; a clean digital record should not be conflated with documented mechanical soundness or careful upkeep. The recorded mileage of 53,333 miles against a 2009 registration equates to roughly 3,137 miles per year, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. This figure suggests either limited regular use or extended periods of standing, both of which carry their own risks. Standing time tends to accelerate corrosion on underbody components, dry out suspension bushes, harden brake hydraulic seals, and degrade battery and rubber items, while very low annual mileage can mask wear items that only become apparent under load. No mileage gaps or irregular accumulation are evident across the recorded tests, as the readings progress in line with the test intervals rather than indicating clock tampering or unusual usage patterns. Because the digital record carries no advisories, there is no diagnostic history pointing towards any particular weakness. A buyer should therefore physically inspect areas commonly affected on a 2009 Fiat 500 of this mileage profile: check the floor pans, sill seams, and wheel arches for corrosion, examine the coil springs and rear axle assembly for cracking or sagging, and test for binding calipers and worn brake discs which frequently present on low-mileage cars that have stood for long periods. Tyre condition, exhaust integrity, and the state of the emissions system should also be confirmed independently. An independent pre-purchase inspection remains essential, as the MOT history alone cannot confirm the mechanical condition of the vehicle.