2008 Fiat 500 1.2L Diesel · WV08 CNJ

The vehicle presents a stable and positive maintenance trend, showing a consistent ability to pass inspections without defects over the last nine consecutive years. The most recent test on 12 June 2024 at 98,046 miles resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded. This follows a long period of defect-free testing dating back to the May 2015 inspection, suggesting the vehicle has transitioned from a period of minor component issues into a phase of consistent upkeep. The mileage profile indicates low annual usage, averaging approximately 5,447 miles per year over its eighteen-year lifespan. The records show a steady, predictable accumulation of distance, such as the 5,589 miles covered between the May 2023 and June 2024 tests. This low-mileage pattern suggests the car has likely seen light commuting or short-distance trips rather than heavy motorway use. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it can sometimes lead to issues with seals or suspension components if the vehicle sits idle for extended periods, though the regular annual testing suggests it remains in active use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that previously showed signs of degradation. The 2012 and 2013 records flagged corrosion on the exhaust and back box, so a thorough check of the exhaust system and mounting points for structural rust is necessary. Although these issues appear resolved based on the subsequent clean passes, older vehicles often experience renewed corrosion in the underbody and exhaust sections. The history also shows minor issues with peripheral items like windscreen washer fluid and headlamp aim in 2014 and 2015. While these are non-mechanical consumables, the recent decade of clean results implies these are not recurring problems. Given the age of the vehicle, a manual inspection of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, is recommended to ensure that the low mileage has not resulted in age-related perishing.