2010 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WR60 PLZ

A clean, defect-free MOT record across every recorded test defines this 2010 Fiat 500's roadworthiness profile, with passes at the most recent assessment on 30 April 2025, on 2 May 2024, and on 20 January 2022, alongside a single failed test on 18 January 2023 that was rectified and re-passed on the same date. The absence of any advisories across these inspections indicates that no wear items have been flagged as approaching the minimum legal thresholds, and no corrosion, component degradation, or fluid leaks have been identified by the testing station. The immediate re-pass following the January 2023 failure suggests a minor or easily rectified issue rather than a structural or mechanical concern, and the clean record on subsequent tests confirms no recurrence. Overall, the vehicle presents a stable and consistent pattern of compliance with MOT standards, with no emerging mechanical themes visible in the official record. Against its sixteen-year age, the recorded mileage of 54,095 miles equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 3,381 miles, which is notably below the typical usage rate for a city car of this vintage. This lower-than-average figure suggests either genuinely light use, periods of regular but short-distance motoring, or extended periods of standing. The mileage context is particularly relevant for a Fiat 500, as low annual running may predispose certain components to age-related deterioration rather than wear-related replacement. With only five MOT entries recorded, including a gap between January 2022 and January 2023, and then testing annually thereafter, the vehicle appears to have been used sufficiently to keep systems active without covering substantial distances. From a mechanical standpoint, the lack of recorded advisories means there are no specific components flagged for inspection, but a prospective buyer should still pay close attention to areas commonly affected on low-mileage, age-progressing vehicles of this type. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly from the wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, which can perish with age even at modest mileages. Check for any steering vagueness or knocking when turning, as worn suspension arms can develop play. Inspect the underside for any signs of corrosion on the subframe, sill seams, and brake pipe run, paying particular attention to the rear arch areas, which are known corrosion-prone zones on Fiat 500s of this era. Given the low annual mileage, the braking system may also warrant particular attention despite no defects being recorded. Feel for any judder through the brake pedal or steering wheel under firm application, which could indicate corrosion on the front brake discs, a common issue on vehicles used infrequently or stored for extended periods where surface rust becomes ingrained. Check that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline, as rear brake mechanisms can seize through lack of use. Listen for any binding caliper symptoms such as the vehicle pulling to one side or excessive heat from a front wheel after driving. Finally, verify the exhaust system for any blowing or rattling, and inspect the engine bay for any signs of oil misting or weeping from the cam cover gasket and oil filter housing, both of which are common age-related leaks on the 1.2 and 1.4 petrol units fitted to this model.