2020 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · PJ20 HRZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 29,321 miles resulted in an initial failure due to an ineffective windscreen wiper and significant front brake wear. While it passed immediately upon re-test, the presence of thin pads and pitted discs indicates that the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues when prompted by an MOT failure rather than performing scheduled maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between the 2023 test at 8,753 miles and the 2024 test at 18,825 miles, where the car covered over 10,000 miles in a single year. Since then, usage has slowed back down to lower levels. Low annual mileage often leads to surface corrosion on brake components and tyre flat, which aligns with the pitting noted on the front discs recently. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front braking system, as the advisories from 2024 and 2025 regarding tyres reaching the legal limit, combined with the 2026 brake failure, suggest a pattern of neglecting consumable items. The pitted and scored discs should be checked for thickness to ensure they are not below the minimum tolerance. Additionally, verify the front suspension for uneven tyre wear, as the record repeatedly flagged edge-related wear which could indicate alignment issues or worn suspension bushes.