2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · YA65 HFL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in February 2026 at 81,930 miles, it had failed just one day prior due to multiple safety-critical demerits. The presence of corroded brake pipes across the entire system indicates a long-term issue that was only addressed when the vehicle failed inspection, suggesting a lack of preventative maintenance. At 81,930 miles, this ten-year-old Fiat averages approximately 8,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a small city car. The mileage data shows consistent use, with roughly 12,000 miles driven between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 12,000 miles in the following year. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, yet the recurring failures for low tyre tread depth across three consecutive years indicate that the owner frequently neglected basic consumable replacement items until they reached legal failure limits. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the braking system. The tester flagged corrosion on all brake pipes under blistered plastic coating in February 2026, which is a structural concern that can lead to fluid leaks if ignored. You should verify that the front brake discs were actually replaced following the failure, as they were noted as worn during the test. Furthermore, the history of worn tyres on the edges in 2025 suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be checked for excessive play or uneven wear.