2010 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · SN10 FGW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, showing an improving maintenance trend following a period of mechanical neglect. The most recent test in June 2023 at 96,604 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the previous issues identified in 2021 were addressed. However, because this MOT is now nearly three years out of date, the vehicle is technically unmotored and requires an immediate inspection to ensure the mechanical components have not deteriorated since the last recorded check. At 96,604 miles over 16 years, the car has averaged approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-medium urban usage. The record shows a significant gap in testing between October 2020 and November 2021, during which 8,108 miles were covered in just thirteen months. The subsequent interval of 10,797 miles between the 2021 and 2023 tests suggests more consistent usage patterns, though the age of the vehicle means rubber components remain susceptible to age-related failures. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension closely, as the 2021 failures highlighted repeated issues with the Macpherson strut pins and bushes. While the 2023 test was clean, the recurring nature of these faults suggests the front end may be prone to accelerated wear. The minor oil leak noted in 2021 should also be visually inspected to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak, as the tester did not flag it again in the most recent pass. The 2021 failure for exposed cords on tyres and thin brake pads indicates a previous lapse in basic preventative maintenance. Any immediate physical inspection should verify the current tyre tread depth and brake pad thickness to ensure the current owner is maintaining these standards. Given the time elapsed since the last official MOT, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and exhaust mounting is also essential, as these are common points of failure for this model of age.