2014 Fiat 500 L 1.2L Diesel · WM63 UPP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test on 15 December 2025 at 98,347 miles, it had failed that same day due to a non-functional stop lamp. The record indicates a growing frequency of advisories that were absent in 2022 and 2023, suggesting the owner is now only reacting to MOT failures rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. There was a steady accumulation of roughly 10,000 miles between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 10,000 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. This regular usage suggests the car has not sat idle, but the approach of the 100,000-mile mark marks a significant threshold where increased wear is expected on rubber components and fluid-related seals. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension. The tester flagged a persistent offside front lower oil leak in both 2024 and 2025, which may indicate a leaking seal or gasket that requires urgent attention. The brake discs have transitioned from being pitted and scored in 2024 to being noted as worn in 2025, suggesting they are nearing replacement. Furthermore, the suspension shows signs of active degradation, with debonding front arm bushes noted in 2024 followed by corrosion noted on the central rear lower axle assembly in 2025. Finally, the recurring issues with perishing tyres and nails across the last two years indicate a lack of attention to basic consumables. The cracking on the rear sidewalls suggests the rubber is becoming brittle from age, posing a risk of blowout regardless of remaining tread depth. The buyer should verify that the stop lamp failure has been properly addressed and check that the noted corrosion on the rear axle has not progressed into structural weakness.