2018 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WN18 SGV

This 2018 Fiat 500 presents an unblemished DVSA roadworthiness record across four consecutive annual tests, with the most recent examination on 2 May 2025 recording a pass and no advisories or defects of any kind. The clean streak stretches back to its first recorded test on 21 April 2022, with subsequent passes on 21 April 2023 and 17 April 2024 also returning zero advisories. There are no recorded failures, no component-level advisories relating to suspension, braking, corrosion, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity, and no trend of deterioration over the testing period. The mechanical story here is one of consistent compliance with MOT standards and an absence of the kind of flagged wear that would otherwise warrant buyer caution. The recorded mileage of 17,250 miles over an eight-year service life equates to an average annual accumulation of approximately 2,156 miles, which is notably low for the vehicle's age. There are no gaps in the MOT history to suggest extended periods off the road, and the steady year-on-year attendance at testing implies the car has remained in active use, albeit sparingly. From a mechanical standpoint, low annual mileage of this nature reduces wear on major drivetrain and suspension components but introduces well-documented considerations around components that degrade through lack of use rather than through mileage accumulation. These include rubber seals, brake discs and callipers susceptible to surface corrosion from infrequent operation, and fluid systems that may not have been exercised regularly enough to remain in optimal condition. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any advisories in the test record is a favourable starting point, but a thorough physical inspection remains essential given the low-mileage profile. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to brake feel: a soft or inconsistent pedal, any judder under firm application, or pulling to one side can indicate corroded discs that have not been regularly cleaned through normal braking action. Listen for any binding or scraping noises from the wheels on light trailing throttle, which would suggest seized calliper slides or handbrake mechanism corrosion. Suspension components such as the front MacPherson strut top mounts, wishbone bushes, and anti-roll bar drop links should be inspected for perishing or cracking, as rubber compounds harden and degrade with age regardless of mileage. Steering should feel precise with no knocking or clonking over speed bumps or uneven surfaces, and the power assistance should operate smoothly without groaning on full lock. Additional checks should focus on areas that low-use vehicles commonly exhibit issues with. Examine all rubber weather seals, including the door and boot rubbers, for signs of sticking, splitting, or compression set. Inspect under-bonnet components for any evidence of perished hoses, degraded coolant, or stale brake fluid that may not have been changed at the manufacturer's recommended intervals. Confirm the service history in detail, paying close attention to whether items such as the timing belt, clutch, and air conditioning system have been addressed at the correct intervals, as very low annual mileage can mask the passing of time-based service items. Verify that the 12-volt battery is holding charge under load, as a battery fitted some years ago may have weakened even with limited vehicle use. Finally, ensure all dashboard warning systems illuminate correctly on ignition and extinguish promptly, and check that the infotainment and climate control functions operate as expected, as electrical faults can develop through age rather than use.