2014 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · YS14 XJM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a stable pattern of unresolved suspension-related wear. The most recent test in July 2022 at 33,709 miles recorded a misting nearside rear shock absorber and a worn bush on the offside front lower suspension arm. These specific issues were already present during the 2021 test at 30,620 miles, indicating that the previous owner opted not to rectify these components despite the repeated advisories. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,800 miles per year. While low mileage generally suggests less strain on the drivetrain and engine, the data reveals a history of age-related degradation. Between July 2018 and July 2020, the car covered only 9,012 miles, yet the record shows multiple instances of perishing and cracking across all four tyres. This confirms the car likely sat for long periods or was used infrequently, causing the rubber components to dry out and fail regardless of the remaining tread depth. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension for signs of excessive play in the arm bushes, as the offside front unit has been flagged for two consecutive years. The nearside rear shock absorber requires a close look to ensure the misting has not progressed into a significant leak which would compromise damping and handling. Given the history of tyre per noted in 2019 and 2020, the sidewalls of the current tyres should be examined for deep rot or structural cracking, even if the tread depth appears sufficient.