2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · OY14 AEF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear worsening in suspension-related wear and consumable components. The most recent test in clean 2026 revealed multiple advisories regarding shock absorber bushes, corrosion, and braking efficiency. While the car consistently passes, the frequency of recurring faults like worn tyres and corroded springs indicates that components are only being addressed once they reach the threshold of legal failure, rather than being maintained through preventative replacement. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, having covered only 27,351 miles in total. This averages to approximately 2,300 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. However, the data shows long gaps between service intervals, such as the nearly one-year gap between January 2025 and January 2026. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, which is consistent with the perishing tyres and worn bushes noted in the history. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension assembly, specifically focusing on the offside and nearside upper shock absorber mounts and bushes which have appeared across multiple years. The rear coil springs are noted as corroded, and while they have not yet failed, they should be checked for structural integrity and potential cracking. Furthermore, the rear braking system was flagged as just meeting requirements, suggesting the handbrake mechanism or adjusters may require immediate professional adjustment or overhaul to ensure consistent performance. The history also highlights a pattern of neglecting tyre pressure and potential dry rot due to low mileage, as evidenced by the perishing nearside rear tyre in 2025. The front tyres consistently show uneven-edge wear, which may indicate a way alignment issue that needs correcting. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also verify the condition of all rubber seals, hoses, and wiper blades, as these often degrade when vehicles sit stationary for extended periods.