2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · MJ66 YRF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the mechanical history reveals a worsening trend regarding the front suspension geometry. While it passed its most recent test in October 2024 at 19,038 miles, it failed that same session due to an excessively worn offside front wishbone bush. This represents a progression from the slightly worn offside bush noted in 2023 and 2022, indicating that the rubber components are now reaching their functional limit despite the low overall mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,900 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between November 2021 at 10,767 miles and November 2022 at 16,185 miles, where the car covered only over five thousand miles. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, stationary periods often lead to the degradation of rubber bushes and corrosion on braking components, which likely explains the premature failure of the wishbone bushes seen in recent tests. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension assembly to ensure the flagged wishbone bushes have been replaced following the October failure. The recurring nature of these advisories across three years suggests the components may be drying out due to age rather than mechanical stress. You should also check for surface corrosion on the brake discs and seized calipers, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from internal rust when not driven regularly to clear the braking surfaces.