2010 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WN60 OMR

A pattern of recurring component failures and frequent advisories defines the MOT history of this Fiat 500, punctuated by two test failures and a Dangerous defect over recent years. The vehicle successfully secured a pass on 26 May 2026, though the test revealed minor defects relating to an inoperative nearside rear registration plate lamp and delaminated nearside and offside front headlamp lenses, alongside an advisory for a dim offside rear number plate bulb. While the car passes its annual tests, the historical data shows a recurring trend of electrical faults, tyre wear, and suspension wear that requires careful ongoing monitoring. Accumulating 63,432 miles over roughly sixteen years results in an average of approximately 3,964 miles per year, reflecting a low annual usage pattern. This limited mileage has not protected the vehicle from significant mechanical wear, as evidenced by major and dangerous failure items recorded in past inspections. The testing frequency shows multiple tests within single calendar years during early 2024 and early 2023 due to initial test failures, indicating that the vehicle frequently requires corrective work to achieve compliance rather than passing straightforwardly. Prospective buyers must thoroughly inspect the front suspension and braking systems during a physical viewing and test drive, keeping the 2025 offside front suspension arm bush failure and the 2023 dangerous nearside front brake pad wear clearly in mind. Listen carefully for knocking or clunking noises from the front axle over potholes and speed bumps, which would indicate worn suspension bushes or failing damper components, building upon previous advisories for light misting of oil on the front shock absorbers. Additionally, check the inner edges of all four tyres closely, as multiple tests have flagged tyres worn on the edge or showing surface cracking and perishing. The electrical system also warrants close scrutiny given the frequent appearance of lighting defects across successive tests, including inoperative daytime running lights, blown stop lamps, and the recent headlamp lens delamination and registration plate lamp faults noted on the 2026 test. Verify that all exterior lamps, indicators, and headlamp beams operate correctly before purchase. Finally, inspect the rear exhaust box for the outer skin corrosion noted in multiple historical advisories to determine if replacement will be required in the near future.