2010 Fiat Qubo 1.4L Petrol · ST10 OEU

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a pass on 11 November 2025 at 83,592 miles. The maintenance trend is stable, though the record shows a peculiar anomaly. The day prior, on 10 November 2025 at 83,589 miles, the Qubo failed with no defects recorded, strongly suggesting an aborted test or an administrative refusal rather than a mechanical failure. Since then, the vehicle has passed cleanly with zero advisories or defects, indicating no immediate mechanical or structural concerns at the last inspection. Accumulating 83,592 miles over sixteen years equates to roughly 5,224 miles annually, a notably low figure for a commercial-derived vehicle. The MOT history reflects this gentle usage. Between the November 2023 test at 71,760 miles and the November 2024 test at 77,867 miles, the vehicle covered 6,107 miles. Mileage accumulation slowed significantly thereafter, with only 5,725 miles added in the twelve months leading up to the November 2025 pass. This declining annual mileage suggests the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary, which requires specific attention to perishable components and fluid degradation. Despite the clean MOT record, prolonged stationary periods introduce risks unrelated to mileage. A buyer must physically inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking and flat spots, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from age-related rubber degradation rather than tread wear. The braking system warrants close scrutiny; infrequent use can lead to corrosion on brake discs and binding calipers, issues that might not manifest during a brief MOT roller test. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for deterioration caused by standing under load. Finally, examine the exhaust system and underbody for surface corrosion, as short, low-speed trips prevent components from reaching optimal operating temperatures to burn off accumulated moisture.