2012 Fiat 500 C 0.9L Petrol · RK12 YNF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in March 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a clear pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its most recent test at 19,914 miles, it failed just five days prior due to multiple mechanical and safety defects. The recurring nature of issues, specifically regarding brake components and suspension bushes across several years, indicates that the owner only addresses faults when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than performing regular scheduled preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,422 miles per year. This low-frequency usage pattern often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces rather than mechanical wear. The gap between the February 2025 test at 17,347 miles and the March 2026 test at 19,914 miles shows only 2,567 miles driven in over thirteen months. This lack of use explains the presence of perished tyres and pitted brake discs noted in the recent records. A buyer must closely inspect the braking system and suspension assembly, as the tester has repeatedly flagged these areas. Since February 2023, the front brake discs have been scored or pitted in every single test, likely due to long periods of stationary causing corrosion. The March 2026 failure also identified excessively worn bushes on both front suspension arms, which follows a 2024 advisory regarding corroded coil springs and worn shock absorber bushes. A physical check for cracking in all rubber bushings and deep corrosion on the springs is essential to ensure the suspension integrity remains sound. The tyres were flagged as perished in March 2026, suggesting that despite having sufficient tread, the rubber compound has degraded due to age and low mileage. Given the history of corrosion on the rear coil springs, the buyer should verify that no structural rust has developed around the mounting points or the sills. The vehicle represents a typical low-mileage example where the primary risks are environmental decay and the failure of perishable parts rather than engine fatigue.