2013 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WM13 CUO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test in July 2025 at 41,744 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than proactive care. Just one week prior to that pass, the car failed on multiple fronts including major exhaust leaks, a serious leak on the nearside rear shock, and worn front brake discs. While these issues were rectified to achieve the pass, the history indicates that faults are often only addressed when they threaten legal compliance rather than during routine service intervals. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 41,744 is remarkably low, averaging approximately 3,200 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components despite minimal mechanical wear. There is a significant time gap between the October 2024 test at 39,107 miles and the July 2025 test at 41,744 miles, where the vehicle covered only 2,637 miles. This pattern of infrequent use correlates with the presence of corrosion and fluid leaks noted in the history, as stationary vehicles are prone to seals drying out. A buyer must inspect the rear suspension mounting areas closely, as the tester flagged corrosion in October 2024. Although this was not considered excessive at the time, structural rust on Fiat models of this era can progress rapidly. The 2022 advisory regarding a porous oil sump should also be verified to ensure the oil seepage has not worsened into a significant leak. Given the 2025 failure related to shock absorbers and anti-roll bar bushes, a thorough check of the entire suspension geometry for fluid leaks or perished rubber is necessary to ensure the recent repairs were comprehensive.