2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · SB14 FLG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a period of significant neglect followed by reactive repairs. While it passed its most recent test on 21 January 2026 at 64,506 miles, this followed a comprehensive failure just nine days prior at 64,458 miles. That failure revealed multiple critical issues including oil leaks, suspension wear, and tyre defects, suggesting the vehicle is only serviced when necessitated by regulatory failure rather than through a preventative regimen. At 64,506 miles, this 12-year-old vehicle has covered relatively low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. The data shows consistent but slow usage patterns, with roughly 4,700 miles driven between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 7,600 miles in the final year. However, the low mileage has not prevented the natural degradation of rubber-based components and metal surfaces, which is evidenced by the recurring tyre and brake issues noted in the inspection history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the engine for persistent oil leaks, as an excessive leak from the sump was flagged in both January 2024 and January 2026. The front suspension requires close attention, specifically the nearside suspension arm pin and bush which were found excessively worn during the 2026 failure. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored, and the history of a binding nearside front service brake suggests that the braking system should be monitored for caliper seizing. Furthermore, the record shows recurring issues with discoloured rear direction indicators, which are minor but indicate a lack of aesthetic maintenance. Given the previous failures for tyres reaching the legal limit or exposing cords, the buyer should verify the current tread depth on all tyres and check for cracking in aged rubber despite the low overall mileage. The presence of a child seat during the last test also prevented a full inspection of the adult seat belt, which should be manually verified in person.