2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WP67 HVL

The 2017 FIAT 500 presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT on 3 February 2026 at 55,177 miles passed, but the tester flagged corrosion on both rear coil springs, a worn offside front tyre on its edge, and a minor oil leak. Comparing this to the clean pass on 29 March 2023 at 34,875 miles, the trend is clearly worsening. The car has accumulated a cluster of advisories in the last two years after a long period of fault-free testing, suggesting deferred attention to consumables and developing corrosion. The mileage profile is unremarkable for a nine-year-old city car. It has covered roughly 6,131 miles annually, which is typical for its class. The record shows a steady accumulation from 25,210 miles in February 2022 to 55,177 miles in February 2026, with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps. The data is sparse, with only five tests across four years, but the pattern is consistent with regular, light use rather than long periods standing. A buyer should focus on the rear suspension and underbody corrosion. The February 2026 advisory for corroded nearside and offside rear coil springs is the most significant finding. Surface rust on a spring can hide internal fatigue, and a spring failure at speed is a sudden, dangerous event. Inspect the spring seats and the surrounding chassis rails for flaking metal or deep pitting. The minor oil leak noted in the same test could be a simple rocker cover gasket, but it warrants a close look at the engine underside to rule out a weeping head gasket or crank seal. The front end also needs attention. The 2025 test at 48,139 miles flagged worn front brake pads and discs, along with perished lower suspension arm bushes on both sides. These items were not flagged in the 2026 test, implying they were likely replaced, but a test drive should confirm there is no clunking over bumps or vibration under braking. The recurring tyre wear advisories across multiple years point to a persistent alignment or suspension geometry issue. Check the inner edges of all four tyres for uneven wear and have the tracking inspected before purchase.