2013 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WU63 ENV

The vehicle presents a generally stable roadworthiness profile, though the most recent MOT on 18 August 2025 at 45,562 miles indicates the onset of suspension wear. The tester flagged worn suspension arm pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front, though these did not yet result in excessive movement. While the car passed, the transition from a clean record in 2023 to these mechanical advisories suggests that age-related degradation of rubber components is beginning to manifest. The mileage pattern confirms this is a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year over its thirteen-year lifespan. The data shows consistent, incremental growth, such as the 4,135-mile increase between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests. This low annual mileage often correlates with the specific issues seen in the history, where components like tyres and suspension bushings fail due to age and environmental perishing rather than heavy mechanical wear. A prospective buyer should focus on the suspension and chassis integrity during a physical inspection. The August 2024 test at 39,353 miles highlighted corrosion on both rear coil springs, and while the 2025 test did not repeat this, the underlying tendency for corrosion in the lower chassis area remains a factor for a vehicle of this age. The recurring advisories regarding tyre cracking and perishing across 2020, 2021, and 2024 suggest that the rubber components are reaching the end of their serviceable life due to time rather than tread wear. The recent front suspension advisories warrant a close check for any play in the steering or knocking sounds over uneven surfaces. Given the history of exhaust deterioration in 2022 and the current suspension issues, a thorough examination of the underside for mounting integrity and exhaust system security is advisable to ensure these minor advisories do not escalate into more significant mechanical failures.