2018 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WN18 SNU

The vehicle presents a stable but slightly worsening maintenance trend regarding suspension components. While the 2025-10-07 test at 46,070 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged multiple advisories concerning worn suspension arm pins and bushes on both the nearside and offside front, alongside worn bushes on the rear upper shock absorbers. This follows a 2024-10-08 test at 35,028 miles where the front brake discs were noted as pitted or scored and both front tyres were near the legal limit. The progression from consumable wear in 2024 to more significant rubber component degradation in 2025 suggests that while the car remains roadworthy, the chassis components are beginning to fatigue. The mileage profile indicates low annual usage, averaging approximately 5,759 miles per year over its eight-year lifespan. The data shows a consistent increase in distance between tests, moving from 11,673 miles in May 2021 to 20,567 miles in August 2023, then to 35,028 miles in October 2024, and finally 46,070 miles in October 2025. This steady accumulation suggests regular, light use rather than long periods of inactivity. The absence of defects during the 2022 and 2023 tests indicates a period of high mechanical stability before the recent onset of wear-related advisories. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. Given the recent advisories for worn arm pins and bushes, a test drive is necessary to check for knocks, clunks, or steering instability that might indicate the wear has progressed beyond the advisory stage. The condition of the brake discs should also be verified, as the 2024 record of pitting and scoring can lead to uneven braking or noise if not addressed. Finally, check the tyre tread and sidewalls to ensure the front tyres have been replaced following the 2024 warning, as the vehicle's low-mileage usage pattern can sometimes lead to age-related rubber perishing despite adequate tread depth.