2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · OY14 AAF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deteriorating suspension and structural components. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 115,511 miles passed with no defects, this followed a period of significant mechanical decline. The 2025 inspection was particularly problematic, flagging multiple failures related to steering arm play, worn shock absorber bushes, and corrosion. Although the owner addressed these issues to secure the subsequent pass, the recurring nature of these faults suggests the vehicle is reaching a fatigue stage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. The car remained relatively clean between 2017 and 2019, showing no defects for the first 56,000 miles. However, once the mileage surpassed 78,000 miles in 2021, the frequency of mechanical failures increased. Between March 2022 and May 2025, the vehicle covered roughly 26,000 miles during which it suffered repeated failures involving suspension and steering components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody. The record specifically notes corrosion on the rear sub-frame and the engine sump as of 2025; while these were not yet weakened at that time, structural rust on Fiat models often progresses. Attention should be paid to the steering rack inner joints and lower suspension arm bushes, as these have shown persistent play and wear over several years. Given the history of shock absorber leaks and worn bushes, the buyer should verify that no new fluid leaks are present on the dampers to ensure the previous repairs were effective.