2008 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WF58 ACJ

The 2025‑11‑17 MOT, conducted at 60,925 miles, recorded a pass with no defects, confirming that the vehicle is presently roadworthy. The preceding test on the same day at 60,923 miles failed due to a serious fluid leak from the near‑side front shock absorber (5.3.2 (b)), indicating that the suspension component had not been serviced before the pass. Overall the maintenance record shows a shift from repeated failures up to 2022 toward a stable condition after the 2025 repair, though the persistent suspension wear suggests the underlying issue may not be fully resolved. At 18 years old the car has accumulated 60,925 miles, averaging just over 3,300 miles per year, which is low for its age but masks periods of heavier use. The jump from 35,266 miles in March 2020 to 51,500 miles in November 2021 represents an increase of 16,234 miles in 19 months, and the rise from 59,856 miles in November 2024 to 60,925 miles in November 2025 adds another 1,069 miles in a single year. No major gaps appear between the remaining entries, indicating consistent testing intervals. A prospective buyer should concentrate on the suspension system, examining the front and rear shock absorbers, mounting bushes, suspension arm pins and anti‑roll bar linkages for signs of oil misting, excessive wear or cracked boots, as these components have repeatedly appeared in the record. The front brake disc shows pitting, the brake hoses have been flagged as excessively damaged, and the parking brake has repeatedly fallen short of requirements, so a close inspection of pad thickness, disc condition and hose integrity is essential. Tyre perishing, cuts and tread depth below 1.6 mm have been noted across multiple years, and the corroded coil springs on both sides point to potential rust in the suspension geometry; the wheel cylinders and exhaust have also exhibited leaks in earlier tests, warranting a visual check for corrosion and fluid seepage. In short, the vehicle passed its latest test, but the history of suspension leaks, brake deficiencies and tyre wear demands a thorough in‑person evaluation before purchase.