2010 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · SC10 GGX

The vehicle presents a concerning state of roadworthiness with a worsening trend in structural corrosion and mechanical neglect. While it passed its latest test in May 2026 at 45,038 miles, this followed a significant failure just four days prior. The tester identified corroded rear coil springs, an excessively worn nearside front MacPherson strut ball joint, and insufficient parking brake efficiency. The presence of underbody substances and recurring corrosion across multiple tests indicates that the vehicle is suffering from advanced environmental damage despite its low usage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a sixteen-year-old car, recording only 45,038 miles and averaging fewer than 3,000 miles per year. However, there is a suspicious three-year gap between October 2022 and February 2025, during which the vehicle covered only 13 miles. This pattern suggests the car has likely sat stationary for long periods, which explains the advanced degradation of rubber components, the perishing of tyres, and the heavy surface corrosion on the sub-frame and strut mounting points noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis and suspension components. The history reveals chronic structural failures, including 2022 reports of the sub-frame and MacPherson struts being seriously weakened by corrosion. Specific attention is required for the front braking system, which has repeatedly failed for thin discs, fluctuating components, and corroded brake pipes. The recurring issues with steering rack inner joints and worn suspension bushes suggest that the undercarriage assembly is in a state of advanced decline. The persistent underbody corrosion mentioned across three consecutive tests poses a significant risk to the long-term structural integrity of the vehicle.