2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WR14 AWW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a shift from resolving issues to emerging suspension wear. The latest test on 11 June 2026 at 52,514 miles identified new defects involving free play in the offside front Macpherson strut top bush and the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. This follows a period where the nearside rear shock absorber was monitored, progressing from light misting in 2024 to a serious leak that caused a failure in June 2025 before being rectified. The mileage profile is notably low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,376 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, with roughly 1,000 miles covered between the 2025 and 2026 tests and approximately 2,700 miles in the year leading up to the shock failure. This low mileage often leads to age degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the June 2023 advisory where all four tyres were flagged for perishing and cracking despite low tread depth. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension assembly to assess the extent of the play in the ball joint and strut bearing, as these will soon impact steering precision and cause uneven tyre wear. Given the history of the leaking shock absorber, the remaining dampers should be checked for any signs of premature fluid loss. Furthermore, because the previous advisories highlighted oxidised tyres, a thorough check of the sidewalls is necessary to ensure the rubber has not become brittle due to age and low use.