2013 Fiat 500L 1.6L Diesel · RK13 EUW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 111,521 miles, it failed that same day due to multiple critical safety-related defects. The recurring nature of suspension and brake-related advisories and failures over the three years suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 111,521 miles over 13 years, the car averages approximately 8,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for an MPV. The mileage progression shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 5,700 miles driven between the February 2025 and 2026 tests, and another 5,900 miles between 2024 and 2025. This steady usage indicates the vehicle is driven regularly, though the cumulative mileage places significant demand on wear components like the drivetrain and suspension assembly. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension and braking system. The ball joint dust covers were flagged as severely deteriorated in both 2025 and 2026, indicating a persistent failure of rubber components that could lead to imminent ball joint collapse. The steering rack inner joint play noted in 2024 also requires re-checking to ensure the condition has not worsened since it was last recorded. Furthermore, the braking system has shown a history of pitting, scoring, and thin pads across multiple years; a buyer should verify the current thickness of all discs and pads to ensure the 2026 failure was fully rectified rather than just patched with new thin pads.