2016 Fiat 500C 0.9L Petrol · YA65 HFP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in October 2024 at 68,142 miles with no recorded defects. However, the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the car passed the latest test, the history shows a pattern of failures in the months immediately preceding the annual check-ins for the last two years, suggesting that the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues once they reached the point of legal failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. Between October 2023 at 61,638 miles and October 2024 at 68,142 miles, the car covered 6,504 miles, showing steady and typical usage. This low annual mileage generally preserves wear on the drivetrain and engine, but the recorded failures on suspension and brakes suggest that components are being run to their limits rather than being replaced during scheduled service intervals. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The September 2024 failure due to excessively worn suspension arm bushes on both the nearside and offside front indicates significant rubber degradation which may have been replaced recently. Similarly, the 2023 failure for a significantly worn nearside inner brake disc suggests the braking system may suffer from uneven wear or sticking calipers. Check for any play in the steering and thinning brake discs to ensure no new issues have emerged since the last test.