2017 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WP67 HVT

This 2017 FIAT 500 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 17 July 2025 at 19,098 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean bill of health is a strong indicator that the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order recently, with no outstanding safety or emissions concerns flagged by the tester at the most recent examination. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,122 miles per annum. Between the November 2023 test at 17,663 miles and the July 2025 test at 19,098 miles, only 1,435 miles were covered across approximately 20 months, suggesting prolonged periods of limited use or standing. The earlier record shows a steadier accumulation, with around 1,600 to 1,800 miles added annually between November 2020 and November 2023, so the recent drop-off in usage is a distinct shift in the vehicle's service pattern rather than a consistent lifetime trend. Historically, the only recurring fault area has been front tyre wear, flagged on 22 November 2022 at 16,050 miles when both the nearside and offside front tyres were worn close to the legal limit on their outer edges. That pattern points to a possible alignment or suspension geometry issue, such as excessive front toe or worn suspension bushes, rather than simple neglect. The defect did not reappear at the 2023 or 2025 tests, which suggests the issue may have been addressed, though a buyer should still verify the current tyre condition and check for uneven wear patterns on all four corners. The minor advisory regarding a deteriorated rear registration plate in November 2023 was cosmetic and has since been superseded by the clean 2025 result. A prospective buyer should focus the in-person inspection on the front suspension and steering components, given the earlier uneven tyre wear, paying close attention to track rod ends, wishbone bushes, and any signs of perished rubber. Brake discs and pads deserve attention too, as low-mileage vehicles can suffer from surface corrosion and binding calipers from standing idle. Underneath, check for any evidence of structural corrosion on the subframes, sills, and suspension mounting points, as prolonged inactivity can allow moisture to accumulate in critical areas despite the low recorded mileage.