2018 Fiat 124 1.4L Petrol · NL18 NBY

This 2018 FIAT 124 presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 22 May 2026 at 29,405 miles passing with zero defects. The preceding four tests, spanning from October 2022 through September 2025, also passed without any advisories or failures. This unblemished five-test record indicates consistent mechanical integrity and no recurring faults over nearly four years of testing. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,676 miles per year. Between the October 2022 test at 10,611 miles and the September 2025 test at 22,193 miles, the car covered roughly 11,582 miles over nearly three years, averaging around 3,860 miles annually. The jump from 22,193 miles in September 2025 to 29,405 miles by May 2026 represents approximately 7,212 miles in just over eight months, a marked increase in usage intensity. This recent uptick suggests the vehicle may have been standing or underused for extended periods before mid-2025, then subjected to heavier use. Prolonged standing can cause flat-spotted tyres, brake disc surface corrosion, moisture accumulation in the exhaust system, and degraded seals, all of which warrant close physical inspection despite the clean paperwork. A buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that MOT tests do not fully stress-test. Check the condition of the tyre sidewalls for perishing or cracking, particularly if the car sat unused for long stretches. Inspect the brake discs for lipping and uneven surface corrosion, and verify that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline. Examine the suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for any signs of perishing or weeping, as low-mileage vehicles that have been stationary can develop dried or seized components. Inspect the underside for any corrosion on the subframe, sills, and exhaust system, particularly around welded joints and box sections. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a physical assessment of a car that has recently transitioned from light to heavier use.