2012 Fiat 500C 1.2L Petrol · OV12 FZL

The vehicle currently maintains a positive roadworthiness status, following a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on January 2026 at 61,665 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the car met all minimum standards. This follows a period of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting that any mechanical issues identified in early 2024 were successfully addressed and have not recur. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between October 2022 at 50,554 miles and February 2024 at 54,702 miles, during which the car covered only 4,000 miles. Since then, the usage has remained consistent at these low annual intervals. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to age-related failure rather than mileage mileage. Although the MOT history shows no recurring mechanical faults, the tester should check for perished rubber in suspension bushes and coil springs, which often become brittle on low-mileage cars. Given the low usage, an inspection of the brake discs for surface pitting and the calipers for seizing is essential, as infrequent use leads to binding. Checking the chassis for structural rust remains a priority to ensure that the low mileage has not masked underlying environmental damage to the bodywork.