2010 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · WV10 VBF

The June 6 2025 MOT at 137,884 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester recorded slight play in the front anti‑roll bar ball joint, a track‑rod end ball joint, and the rear shock absorber casings, together with a minor exhaust leak and an oil seep that was not excessive; these advisories indicate the vehicle remains roadworthy yet requires attention to suspension and exhaust integrity. The pattern of recurring minor defects since the 2021 test suggests a stable maintenance trend rather than a sharp deterioration, although repeated suspension and brake‑related items point to ongoing wear that has not been fully resolved. Mileage has risen from 56,291 miles in December 2014 to 137,884 miles in June 2025, an average of roughly 8,600 miles per year, which aligns with the typical usage for a 16‑year‑old 2010 Fiat 500. The data show no long periods of inactivity; the most rapid accumulation occurred between January 2016 and December 2017, when mileage jumped from 65,226 to 86,113 miles, indicating heightened use during that interval, while the interval from 2021 to 2025 has been relatively steady. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the front and rear suspension components, paying close attention to ball‑joint play, track‑rod end condition, shock‑absorber casing integrity and bush wear, as these items have repeatedly appeared on the record; the brake system warrants a thorough check of disc scoring, pad thickness and caliper movement, given the multiple reports of worn discs and pads below the 1.5 mm threshold; structural rust on the exhaust rear section and under‑body areas should be examined for corrosion that could compromise integrity, and the tyre tread depth, especially on the front tyres, must be verified as the history shows repeated wear‑close‑to‑legal‑limit findings.