2016 Fiat 500X 1.6L Petrol · SH16 OBE

The vehicle passed its MOT very recently on 22 May 2026, but you should approach this purchase with caution as the history suggests a pattern of minimal maintenance where items are run to the limit rather than replaced proactively. The most immediate safety concern is the offside rear tyre. This specific tyre was first recorded as worn close to the legal limit in May 2025 and was flagged again exactly a year later at the latest test. This indicates the tyre has likely not been replaced in the last twelve months and may now be illegal or dangerously close to it, requiring immediate attention. Mechanically, the car is showing signs of high-mileage wear. In May 2025, the vehicle failed because the constant velocity boots on both front drive shafts were split, allowing dirt to ingress. While these were repaired to pass the test, any delay in fixing them could have damaged the joints themselves. The latest test now shows slight play in the offside front track rod end ball joint, which is a steering component that will likely require replacement soon. Looking back to 2024, there was a major exhaust leak and an engine malfunction indicator light issue, alongside a wiper failure. While these were addressed, the accumulation of failures on tyres, drivetrain parts, and exhaust components over the last two years points to a worsening condition trend regarding consumables and ageing rubber components.