2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WP67 EEN

The 2017 Fiat 500 currently holds a valid MOT following a clean pass on 10 September 2025. The long-term maintenance trend shows a clear resolution of previous issues, shifting from recurring cosmetic and consumable faults to a defect-free result. While the vehicle meets the legal standard for the road, the historical data highlights specific areas of neglect that a buyer should verify before purchase. At 24,508 miles, the car exhibits very low annual mileage for its nine-year age, averaging roughly 2,700 miles per year. This pattern suggests the vehicle spent significant time stationary or was used exclusively for short trips. The recorded gaps between tests reflect this light usage, dropping from 3,980 miles between the 2021 and 2022 checks to just 2,681 miles between the most recent two tests. Buyers should be aware that low mileage does not automatically equate to low wear, particularly when a vehicle remains parked for extended periods. The MOT history reveals a distinct pattern of deferred basic upkeep. The tester flagged cracking and perishing on the rear tyres in November 2021, November 2022, and again in November 2023. Failing to replace ageing rubber for three consecutive years indicates the previous owner routinely skipped essential consumable maintenance. While the tyres were eventually renewed before the 2024 test, this recurring oversight warrants a close inspection of all current rubber components, including the rear tyres, wiper blades, and suspension bushes. Structural and mechanical components also require thorough in-person scrutiny. The November 2023 test noted corrosion on the nearside front brake discs, alongside an illuminated tyre pressure monitoring light and a deteriorating rear number plate. A year later, in November 2024, the examiner recorded wear on both front upper Macpherson strut pins or bushes. Although these advisories did not cause an outright failure, they point to potential underlying rust and suspension degradation. A prospective buyer must have a mechanic inspect the front suspension geometry, brake disc condition, and underbody for any hidden corrosion that could compromise the vehicle's long-term integrity.