2013 Fiat Qubo 1.2L Diesel · WR62 XDG

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of structural degradation and deferred minor repairs. The most recent test in May 2026 at 94,296 miles flagged recurring structural corrosion on the nearside front integral body structure and subframe plate. While the vehicle passes passing, the persistence of these corrosion issues across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 tests indicates that the rust is progressing rather than being treated. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old light commercial, averaging approximately 7,250 miles per year. Between the April 2022 test at 82,074 miles and the May 2026 test at 94,296 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 12,000 miles. This steady usage suggests the car is used regularly, but the low mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces, as evidenced by repeated failures related to CV boots and corroded pipes. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the subframe and front mounting points to assess the depth of the corrosion noted by the tester. The 2022 record highlighted extensive corrosion on all four brake pipes and corroded coil springs, which should be checked for thinning or structural fractures to ensure they were properly replaced. Furthermore, the offside front outer CV boot was flagged as severely deteriorated in both 2023 and 2025, suggesting a previous repair may have been overlooked or poorly executed. The history also shows a pattern of ignoring minor defects like registration plate lamps and clouded headlamps, which reflects a habit of only addressing the minimum legal requirements. The presence of a child seat preventing full belt inspections across multiple years suggests a lack of thorough preparation for tests. Particular attention should be paid to the brake travel and the state of the tyres, as the 2022 record indicated significant perishing and uneven wear across the entire set.