2009 Fiat 500 1.2L Diesel · WP59 FVD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in May 2024 at 101,347 miles resulted in a pass, it flagged both front tyres as worn to the legal limit with edge wear. This mirrors a failure in May 2023 where the car was rejected for similar tyre issues alongside lighting and suspension faults, suggesting that the owner tends to address defects only when they result in an MOT failure. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 101,347 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. However, the interval between tests suggests periods of low use. Between June 2021 and May 2022, the car covered only 4,173 miles, which often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber components. The 2021 advisory regarding a perishing nearside rear tyre is a classic symptom of low-mileage vehicles that sit for extended periods, causing dry rot despite having sufficient tread depth. A buyer must scrutinise the suspension and chassis integrity in person. The 2023 record identified corrosion across all coil springs and play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage. While these were not flagged in the subsequent test, the presence of widespread corrosion on springs on a vehicle of this age is often a precursor to structural rust. The recurring inner-edge wear on the front tyres across multiple years also indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushings, which requires professional investigation to prevent further premature tyre replacement.