2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · RA65 AEC

The 2015 Fiat 500 is presently roadworthy, the March 17 2026 MOT at 42,011 miles recorded a pass with no defects. The preceding March 12 2026 test at 41,967 miles failed because the near‑side and off‑side front lower suspension arm pins and bushes showed excessive wear, and the front upper Macpherson strut top bushes exhibited free play, while the near‑side front tyre displayed a shallow cut. Subsequent repairs corrected the suspension deficiencies and the vehicle passed the March 17 test, indicating an improving maintenance trajectory. The vehicle’s mileage trajectory reflects a low average of about 3,800 miles per year over its 11‑year life, yet the last twelve months have seen a marked increase to roughly 6,900 miles, suggesting a shift from long periods of standing to regular use. The interval from the 2018 test at 18,774 miles to the 2024 test at 28,092 miles added only 9,318 miles over six years, indicating relatively low annual usage, while the 2025 to 2026 interval added 6,888 miles in a single year. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension geometry for play in the lower and upper arm pins and bushes, verify that the strut top bushes are securely seated, and examine the brake system for any signs of binding calipers, worn pads, or corroded discs. Particular attention should be given to the near‑side front tyre cut, the condition of the suspension components that were flagged in the 2026 failure, and the overall structural integrity for rust, especially around the wheel arches and chassis rails.