2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · NA67 WPZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the recent maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding deferred mechanical attention. While it passed the most recent test in October 2025 at 43,890 miles, this followed a significant failure just days prior involving critical components. The transition from a pass in 2024 to multiple failures in late 2025 suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach failure thresholds rather than through regular preventative maintenance. At 43,890 miles over nine years, the car has been significantly under-driven, averaging approximately 4,877 miles per year. This low mileage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing tyre noted in October 2024 and the worn suspension arm bushes identified in 2025. The gap of 5,305 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, which can contribute to the corrosion observed on the brake pipes. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The failure in September 2025 at 43,870 miles highlighted excessive wear on both front suspension arm pins and bushes, alongside corrosion on the nearside front and rear brake pipes. The buyer should verify that these bushes have been replaced rather than merely cleaned, and check that the brake pipe corrosion has not progressed to structural thinning. Furthermore, the history of worn discs and thin pads across 2023 and 2024 indicates the braking system is frequently nearing the end of its service life.