2016 Fiat Tipo 1.4L Petrol · WM66 VEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to potential neglect. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 96,547 miles passed, it revealed an advisory for front tyres worn to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This indicates that while the mechanical components are currently passing, the owner is failing to address basic consumable maintenance. The history has stabilized since the major series of failures recorded in early 2023. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use family car, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap in testing between January 2023 and February 2024, during which the vehicle covered roughly 9,300 miles. Since the February 2024 test at 77,497 miles, the car has accumulated nearly 19,000 miles up to the October 2025 test. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting idle, which places a predictable load on the suspension and braking systems. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the January 2023 failure for a fractured nearside front coil spring suggests the components may be reaching the end of life. The record also noted pitted rear brake discs and a binding offside rear caliper during that same period. Although these were rectified, the buyer should check for uneven brake wear or caliper sticking. The uneven wear noted on the front tyres in the 2025 test also points to an alignment issue or worn shock absorbers that require attention to prevent premature tyre replacement.