2013 Fiat 500L 1.2L Diesel · WN13 PXZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass in April 2026 at 83,029 miles. The maintenance trend shows a slight shift towards reactive rather than preventative care. While the car passed the latest test without failures, the appearance of corroding exhaust brackets indicates the beginning of age-related hardware degradation. This follows a pattern in previous years where wear-related components were only addressed once they reached the limit of legal tolerance. At 83,029 miles over 13 years, the vehicle averages approximately 6,400 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate urban usage patterns. The mileage accumulation remains steady, with consistent intervals of roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles between annual tests from 2022 through 2026. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain but often accelerates the degradation of rubber components if the vehicle sits stationary stationary or is used for shorter trips that do not reach optimum operating temperatures. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and rubber components. The record highlights recurring issues with thinning brake pads in 2023 and 2025, suggesting the previous owners ignored service intervals until a failure was imminent. The 2025 advisory regarding perishing and cracking tyres on the edges is a classic sign of age-related dry rot rather than tread wear, meaning the buyer should check sidewalls for deep cracks despite any remaining depth. Furthermore, the corroding exhaust brackets noted in the April 2026 test require a physical check to ensure the corrosion has not compromised the structural mounting points or the exhaust system itself, which would eventually lead to a failure.