2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · ND66 HWM

The March 2026 MOT at 46,271 miles confirms the 2016 Fiat 500 remains roadworthy, with only two minor corrosion advisories on the near‑side and off‑side rear lower suspension spring mounting prescribed areas, both classified as not excessive under regulation 5.3.6 (a) (i). The record shows a stable maintenance pattern, with no major defects reported since the 2020 test, and only incremental advisories on suspension corrosion and tyre wear, indicating consistent but not intensive upkeep. Mileage has risen from 32,212 miles in November 2019 to 46,271 miles in March 2026, averaging about 4,600 miles per year; however, the last twelve months show a marked increase, with the vehicle covering 5,139 miles between the March 2025 and March 2026 tests, suggesting a shift to more regular use after a period of lower activity. The interval between the 2020 test at 36,180 miles and the 2021 test at 39,278 miles spans roughly nine months, while the jump from 40,303 miles in March 2022 to 42,076 miles in March 2023 represents an accumulation of 1,773 miles in a single year, indicating a noticeable acceleration in usage. Recurring issues centre on rear suspension mounting corrosion, which first appeared in the 2026 test and was absent in earlier records, pointing to possible exposure to road salt or inadequate rust protection; the 2021 advisory on a worn off‑side front suspension arm pin or bush also hints at suspension component fatigue. Tyre wear recorded in December 2020 was close to the legal limit on both front tyres, and the 2025 oil leak on the central front was noted as not excessive, but both suggest that consumable items have been monitored rather than replaced proactively. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear suspension mounting points for rust penetration, check for any play or binding in the rear suspension bushes and arms, verify brake condition especially on the rear axle for binding calipers or worn discs, assess tyre tread depth and wear patterns, and examine the front oil leak area for signs of worsening leakage or engine wear. Structural rust around the rear subframe and chassis joints should also be scrutinised, as should the condition of the suspension arm bushings and the overall integrity of the suspension linkage.