2009 Fiat 500 1.4L Petrol · WV09 EUJ

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, showing an improving trend following a period of mechanical neglect. The most recent test in June 2025 at 65,369 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This represents a significant recovery from the October 2020 failure where the car presented multiple serious and major faults, indicating that the previous owner addressed the critical mechanical and structural issues identified at that time. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 3,845 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between July 2022 and June 2025, where the car covered just 151 miles in three years. Similarly, the vehicle recorded only 2,047 miles between October 2020 and 2022. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of rubber components degrading and brake components seizing due to long periods of without operation. A buyer must physically inspect the suspension and underbody for signs of recurring corrosion issues. The 2019 and 2020 records both highlighted persistent corrosion on the rear coil springs and the rear axle. While these were replaced or repaired following the 2020 failure, the structural integrity of the axle warrants scrutiny for deep rust. Furthermore, the 2020 failure noted pitted front brake discs and a major exhaust leak; the current system should be checked for surface rust or hairline leaks to ensure the components replaced remain effective despite the low mileage.