2018 Fiat 500X 1.6L Petrol · MM68 UHP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a concerning trend of deferred attention regarding consumable components. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 69,659 miles passed, it flagged thin front brake pads and an offside front tyre worn to the inner edge. This follows a pattern seen in July 2024 where the car failed initially due to an excessively worn anti-roll bar linkage and multiple tyres reaching the legal limit. The mileage progression is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 5,704 miles between August 2023 (44,240 miles) and July 2024 (56,958 miles), followed by a more rapid 12,701 miles driven before the 2025 test. This interval suggests regular usage patterns, yet the recurring failures indicate that the previous owners only addressed mechanical issues when an MOT failure occurs rather than performing preventative maintenance. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry specifically, as the repeated reports of inner edge wear on tyres in 2022, 2024, and 2025 suggest a persistent alignment issue or worn control arm bushings. The 2024 failure of the anti-roll bar linkage further highlights that suspension components may be nearing end of life. Additionally, the 2022 advisory regarding cracking and perishing tyres, combined with recent thin brake pads, necessitates a thorough physical check of all rubber and braking components to ensure the vehicle does not suffer from aged degradation despite the moderate mileage.