2014 Fiat 500 L 1.2L Diesel · NX64 MUP

The 2014 Fiat 500L currently holds a clean MOT certificate issued on 18 February 2026 at 50,675 miles, with zero defects recorded. Looking at the trajectory, the maintenance trend is clearly improving. In February 2025, the vehicle failed on a suspension defect, specifically a nearside front suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached. That same fault was rectified before a retest the following day, which passed with no issues. The 2024 cycle tells a similar story of active repair: a February 2024 failure flagged worn front inner brake pads, insufficient brake efficiency, a worn nearside front suspension rear bush, an oil leak at the rear of the engine, and a defective rear wiper blade. All of those items were addressed, and the subsequent 2024 pass confirms the work was completed. The progression from multiple advisories and failures in 2024 to a completely clean sheet in early 2026 suggests the current custodian has been attentive to mechanical upkeep. The recorded mileage of 50,675 miles over roughly twelve years equates to approximately 4,223 miles per year, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. The MOT history supports this pattern. Between the February 2024 test at 38,236 miles and the February 2025 test at 42,612 miles, the vehicle covered 4,376 miles in twelve months. From February 2025 to February 2026, it added a further 8,063 miles, representing a near-doubling of annual usage. That jump is worth noting, though it remains well within normal parameters for a small city car transitioning to more regular use. There are no suspicious gaps or mileage anomalies in the record, and the odometer readings align consistently with the test dates. A buyer should still carry out a focused physical inspection, particularly around the front suspension. The repeated appearance of nearside front suspension arm pin and bush wear, escalating to a failure for likely detachment in 2025, indicates this area has been a recurring weak point. Check for play in the front suspension bushes, inspect the condition of the coil springs and drop links, and look for any fresh corrosion on subframe mounting points. The 2024 failure also highlighted brake pad wear and low braking efficiency, so examine the thickness of the front brake pads and the condition of the brake discs for scoring or lipping. The oil leak noted at the back of the engine in 2024 was described as not excessive at the time, but a buyer should verify whether any residue or fresh weeping remains around the cam cover or manifold gaskets. Tyre condition and rear wiper function are minor consumable items but worth confirming during a test drive.