2015 Fiat 500X 1.6L Diesel · SB65 AYW

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, with the most recent test on 18 November 2025 recording a clean pass at 94,498 miles. However, the maintenance trend reveals a concerning instability, as the preceding test just four days earlier on 14 November 2025 resulted in a failure despite no defects being recorded. This pattern of alternating pass and fail outcomes with no actual faults noted suggests potential procedural inconsistencies or testing anomalies rather than genuine mechanical deterioration. Mileage accumulation aligns closely with expected usage for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,591 miles annually. The record shows consistent yearly testing since 2023, with mileage progressing from 74,932 miles in November 2023 to 85,819 miles in November 2024, and then to 94,498 miles in November 2025. The steady 11,000-mile annual increase indicates regular, moderate use rather than sporadic or excessive driving. Notably, the test gap between November 2023 and November 2024 represents a full year, suggesting disciplined long-term ownership with proper servicing intervals maintained. Prospective buyers should verify the actual braking system condition, particularly focusing on rear brake binding which may have prompted the unexplained failures in November 2024 and 2025. The absence of any recorded faults across multiple years raises questions about whether certain issues are being overlooked or inadequately diagnosed during testing. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs is essential to confirm they remain within acceptable wear parameters. Additionally, checking for any signs of corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and wheel arches, would provide clarity on the structural integrity that cannot be fully assessed from the MOT record alone.