2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WM64 VCU

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a period of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 88,231 miles passed after an initial failure for a nearside dipped headlamp, the preceding record shows a significant decline. In December 2024, the car failed with an extensive list of defects. The trend is currently improving following those repairs, but the volume of failures suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues once forced by the MOT tester. At 88,231 miles over 12 years, the car has averaged approximately 7,350 miles per year, which aligns with typical light-use patterns. However, the data shows a sharp increase in usage between January 2024 (70,324 miles) and December 2024 (81,346 miles), covering over 11,000 miles in under eleven months. This rapid accumulation likely contributed to the accelerated wear of the suspension components and tyres recorded during the late 2024 inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the December 2024 failure flagged multiple issues including worn lower control arm bushes, MacPherson strut top bearings, and a serious leak on the front shock absorber. While these were reportedly rectified, the recurring nature of bushing wear across both sides indicates potential stress on the front assembly. The buyer should also verify the nearside front door mechanism, which was previously inoperative from the outside, and check the wiper blades for effective clearance, as these were noted points of failure.