2012 Fiat 500 0.9L Petrol · SW12 ADZ

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, showing an improving trend following previous mechanical failures. The most recent test on 18 March 2026 at 52,503 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the issues identified in prior years have been addressed. This represents a significant recovery from the 2024 and 2025 periods, where the car failed its initial inspections on both occasions before passing upon re-test. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,750 miles per year. Between January 2024 and March 2026, the car covered 9,490 miles, suggesting it remains a light-use vehicle or has sat stationary for extended periods. While this low mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between use can increase the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components, fluid perishability, and corrosion on un-cleaned surfaces. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that caused the failures in January 2024 and 2025, although the provided record does not specify the exact defect codes for those events. Given the low mileage and age of the Fiat, it is vital to check for structural corrosion on the sills and rear suspension mounting points, which often accumulates when vehicles sit. Additionally, inspect the brake discs for surface pitting or seized calipers, as low-mileage cars frequently suffer from flat spots or seized components if they are not driven regularly.