2018 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · RF67 EZZ

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test, conducted just ten months ago on 24 July 2025, confirms it remains roadworthy with no defects recorded. The consistent pass status across all five tests—including the immediate retest on 4 June 2025—indicates no recurring mechanical failures or advisory issues that would suggest a pattern of neglect or impending structural compromise. However, the single failure in June 2023, despite being resolved on the retest, warrants scrutiny of the specific components tested at that time, though the record does not detail the nature of the defect. Mileage progression shows a steady accumulation of approximately 8,700 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2023 failure and the subsequent 2024 pass—spanning 11 months—does not imply extended disuse, as the vehicle covered 7,764 miles in that period. There are no red flags in the mileage pattern, though the lack of intermediate tests between 2023 and 2024 could suggest either infrequent servicing or a reliance on the MOT cycle alone for maintenance oversight. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the coil springs and bushes, which are common wear items on this model by 8,000 miles annually. The brakes, while never flagged in tests, should be checked for uneven pad thickness or warped discs, especially if the vehicle has experienced hard braking or repeated city driving. Structural integrity remains a concern for a 2018 model, so underbody corrosion at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe should be examined closely, particularly if the vehicle has spent time in wet or salty environments. The absence of advisories in recent tests does not preclude gradual wear, so attention to tyre tread depth and alignment is essential to avoid future MOT failures.