2009 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · RK59 PTZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred repairs regarding corrosion and suspension components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 65,668 miles secured a pass, it repeated multiple advisories from previous years. Specifically, the offside front lower suspension arm bushes and front Macpherson strut mounts have been flagged as worn from 2022 through 2025, indicating that the owner is allowing components to reach the limit of their legal tolerance rather than replacing them proactively. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,863 miles per year. The record shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 1,184 miles covered between the September 2024 and October 2025 tests. This low frequency of use explains the lack of heavy mechanical wear on drivetrain components, but it often correlates with the degradation of rubber parts and the acceleration of oxidation, as vehicles that sit for long periods are more susceptible to rust without the heat and friction generated by regular driving. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the exhaust system and underbody. The tester consistently noted a rusty rear silencer box with splitting skins and heavy surface corrosion across all rear suspension components since at least 2022. This suggests the structural integrity of the exhaust system may soon lead to a failure. Furthermore, the 2023 failure due to a binding offside front brake and worn pads indicates that brake maintenance is reactive. The buyer should check the state of the front brake discs for pitting or scoring and ensure the recurring worn suspension bushes have not caused excessive play or uneven tyre wear.