2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · NL16 XBC

The 2016 FIAT 500 presents a stable and consistently clean maintenance trend across its entire MOT history. The most recent test on 15 May 2025 at 65,807 miles passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures, mirroring the outcome of every preceding annual test back to 2021. This unblemished five-year record indicates the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order with no recurring faults, no corrosion concerns, and no emissions or braking issues flagged by any tester. The trend is firmly stable, showing neither deterioration nor sudden improvement, simply consistent compliance year on year. The mileage progression tells a straightforward story of regular, moderate use. Between May 2021 and May 2025, the odometer advanced from 46,666 to 65,807 miles, an increase of 19,141 miles over four years, averaging roughly 4,785 miles annually. That sits slightly below the vehicle's lifetime average of approximately 6,581 miles per year, suggesting the car has seen lighter recent use compared to its earlier life. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps between test dates, and the annual testing pattern has been maintained reliably each May, pointing to a single consistent keeper or at least a disciplined ownership approach. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The FIAT 500 platform is known for premature wear on front suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and coil springs, particularly on models used for short urban trips. Even without a flagged advisory, these components should be checked for play, cracking, or corrosion, especially around the subframe and mounting points. The rear brake setup on this generation can also develop binding calipers or uneven disc wear that may not always trigger an MOT failure but will affect drivability and fuel economy. Tyre condition and age deserve close attention given the relatively low annual mileage, as rubber can perish from age rather than wear. Inspect all four sidewalls for perishing and check the date codes, particularly if the car has stood for extended periods. Underneath, examine the exhaust system for corrosion along the joints and silencer box, and look for any signs of surface rust progressing along the sills or wheel arches. A clean MOT history is encouraging, but it does not replace hands-on verification of these age-related deterioration points.