2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WP14 LTA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While it passed its latest test on 12 June 2026 at 67,530 miles, it failed just days prior due to a critical structural defect. The tester identified the offside rear suspension spring mounting as excessively corroded, significantly reducing structural strength. This indicates that the vehicle is beginning to suffer from advanced corrosion that requires immediate attention despite the relatively low overall mileage. At 12 years old, the recorded 67,530 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-impact usage patterns. Between June 2024 and June 2026, the car covered 11,003 miles. However, the low mileage has not prevented the onset of degradation in rubber and metal components. The presence of suspension wear and structural rust suggests the car may have been sitting for long periods, leading to environmental damage rather than high-mile mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody to ensure the corrosion on the offside rear spring mounting has not spread to adjacent chassis points. The history shows a recurring pattern of front-end issues, with wishbone bushes and ball joints flagged in both 2024 and 2025. Although these were reportedly rectified, the 2026 test revealed that both front tyres are worn to the legal limit with uneven edge wear, suggesting potential alignment issues or failing suspension geometry. The windscreen also remains a persistent fault across three consecutive years, indicating a lack of proactive cosmetic maintenance by previous owners.