2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · NG15 ACV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having achieved a clean pass on July 8, 2026 at 43,241 miles. While the most recent test showed no defects, the historical data indicates a trend of reactive maintenance where issues are addressed only when flagged during inspections. The condition appears to be improving following a particularly problematic inspection in 2024, suggesting the current owner has recently addressed several mechanical and suspension wear items identified in previous years. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 43,241 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 3,900 miles per year. This low usage explains the slow rate of wear on drivetrain components but often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts. For instance, the vehicle covered only 1,659 miles between August 2025 and July 2026. Such long periods of inactivity can lead to dry rot in brake hoses and corrosion of braking components, which aligns with the recurring brake issues seen in the history despite the low distance travelled. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the nearside and offside front lower suspension arm bushes were flagged as worn across three consecutive tests between 2022 and 2024. Although the 2026 test was clear, these rubber components are prone to cracking on low-mileage older cars. The offside front shock absorber showing oil misting in 2024 should also be checked to ensure the seal has not progressed to failure, which would affect handling stability. The record also reveals a consistent pattern of neglecting tyre maintenance, with multiple tyres reaching the legal limit or sustaining sidewall damage between 2021 and 2025. The failure in 2019 due to worn front brake discs, combined with thin pads noted in 2024, suggests the braking system frequently operates near its service limits. A physical inspection should verify the current state of the brake discs and ensure that the exhaust leak identified in 2024 has been fully rectified rather than merely masked.