2018 Fiat Tipo 1.6L Diesel · YY18 YUB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in April 2026 at 64,870 miles passed with only a minor advisory for light oil misting on the nearside rear shock absorber. This specific issue is recurring, first noted in April 2024, suggesting that while the component is beginning to fail, it has not yet reached a point of structural collapse. The mileage progression is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,100 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 13,001 miles between the March 2023 test and the April 2024 test, followed by roughly 9,100 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This steady accumulation suggests regular usage patterns, though the failure in 2024 due to tyre-related faults and thin brake pads indicates a lack of routine inspections between annual MOT appointments. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension system during a physical inspection. The 2024 failure revealed a structural bulge in the offside rear tyre and perishing on the nearside front, which points to potential neglect of tyre condition until failure occurred. The persistent mist on the nearside rear shock absorber should be monitored for increased leaking, which will eventually necessitate replacement. Additionally, given that the rear brake pads were flagged as thin in 2024, the current thickness of the pads should be verified to ensure they were replaced effectively following that advisory.