2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WP67 EEA

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2025-07-11, with no critical or dangerous defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows a slight deterioration in suspension components, as worn strut bushes were flagged in both 2024 and 2025 tests, though not to the point of excessive movement or failure. These are advisory notes under 5.3.4 (a) (i), indicating wear but not imminent risk. The pattern is stable rather than worsening, as no new structural or safety-critical faults have emerged since the 2023 failure, which was primarily due to tyre degradation. Mileage progression is unusually low for a nine-year-old vehicle, with only 16,511 miles recorded. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests shows a modest 340 miles added over a year, and the 2023 to 2024 jump of 1,213 miles suggests a period of more active use, possibly coinciding with the tyre failures. The 2024 to 2025 increase of 2,557 miles is more substantial, yet still within a reasonable annual average. The low mileage overall implies the car has likely been lightly used or stored for periods, which may explain the condition of the tyres and suspension components, which are more sensitive to inactivity than high mileage. Buyers should inspect the front suspension bushes closely, as these have been flagged twice in consecutive MOTs and may require replacement to prevent future handling issues or noise. The tyres, particularly the offside pair, were severely compromised in 2023 and remain a concern — even though they passed in 2024 and 2025, the prior damage suggests they may have been replaced or repaired, and their current condition should be verified. The nearside rear tyre tear noted in 2023 indicates structural weakness that may have been overlooked or patched; a full tyre inspection is essential. Also check for any signs of corrosion or structural fatigue, especially around the wheel arches and suspension mounting points, as these are common in older city cars with low mileage and variable usage patterns.