2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · RX15 UXB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 87,808 miles resulted in a pass, it carried a persistent minor exhaust gas leak. This specific issue has remained since at least August 2024, indicating that the owner is ignoring non-failure defects until they force a revisit. The overall trend is unstable, as significant faults are only addressed after they result in a test failure. At 87,808 miles, the Fiat 500 has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a city car. The data shows consistent annual mileage, with roughly 4,500 miles covered between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 5,000 miles covered between August 2024 and September 2025. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary storage which often leads to degradation of rubber components and seals. A buyer must pay close attention to the suspension and braking systems. The August 2024 failure flagged a serious fluid leak on the nearside front shock absorber and thin front brake pads. While these were likely replaced to secure the pass, the recurring mention of tyres worn on the inner edges across 2023 and 2024 suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. An inspection should check for uneven tyre wear on current rubber and ensure the new shocks are not weeping. The persistent minor exhaust leak requires a physical inspection to determine if the cause is a simple manifold gasket or a more costly catalyst failure. Given the history of failing for insufficient washer fluid and windscreen obstructions, the buyer should also verify that basic electricals and glass are fully functional, as the previous owner demonstrated a habit of neglecting minor maintenance items until they became an MOT failure.