2009 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WR59 OCC

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend, specifically regarding structural integrity and recurring component wear. While it passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 at 122,663 miles, it failed just one day prior due to a critical structural defect. The offside rear inner integral body structure was holed through by corrosion, significantly reducing assembly rigidity. Although repaired, the presence of corrosion on the rear spring saddles and a corroded outer skin on the rear exhaust silencer indicates that rust is actively progressing through the metalwork. At 122,663 miles, the car has averaged approximately 7,200 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a 17-year-old vehicle. The record shows a steady pattern of use with no significant gaps in testing, though the mileage accumulation between 2023 (117,090 miles) and 2025 (122,663 miles) represents only 5,570 miles. This low annual mileage suggests that maintenance is often only addressed in response to an MOT failure rather than through a proactive preventative schedule. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody to ensure the structural repair to the rear sill is professionally welded and that active rot has been halted. The history shows recurring issues with suspension components, including worn offside front suspension arm bushes and upper shock absorber bushes, which have been flagged across multiple testing years. Additionally, the braking system has demonstrated a history of inoperative parking brakes, binding calipers, and insecure cables, requiring a check of the hydraulic lines and mechanical linkages. The frequent reports of tyres worn to the legal limit or perishing further suggests that basic consumable items are neglected until they reach a failure point.