2015 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · SD65 WAU

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of deteriorating suspension components. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 40,981 miles was a pass, the tester identified worn bushes on both rear shock absorbers. This follows the 2024 inspection where the front shock absorbers showed light misting of oil and worn bushes on the front upper mounts. Although the car continues to pass, the progression of these faults suggests the suspension system is reaching the end of its service life. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage with intervals of roughly 4,000 to 5,000 miles between tests from 2021 to 2025. This low mileage typically implies less wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it can also lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion due to long periods of inactivity between use, which may explain the early pitting on the brake discs seen in the record. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the shock absorbers to determine if the misting noted in 2024 has developed into significant leaks. The recurring reports of worn bushes across both front and rear axles indicate a comprehensive suspension overhaul is likely to maintain handling integrity. Additionally, since the front brake discs were flagged as pitted and scored in 2021 and 2022, the current thickness of the rotors must be checked against the minimum specification to ensure they have been replaced or are not now dangerously thin.