The FIAT 500 (2008-16) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.4 16V 100 SPORT AUTO5 is a small, three-door city car with Italian styling and a more powerful petrol engine paired with an automated five-speed gearbox. In the UK, it sits among fashionable small hatchbacks, offering a distinctive alternative to the Ford Ka and Toyota Aygo. mycarcheck.com records 45 checks covering 25 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot rather than a huge sample. The average private-sale valuation is £3,300, with average recorded mileage of 61,000 and annual mileage of 5,000. Cars checked had around 3.4 previous keepers on average, so condition and service history deserve attention. Its compact dimensions suit errands, commuting and drivers wanting personality without a bulky car; rear space and access are less practical for family duties. Sport trim adds a livelier feel, while the 1.4 offers more punch than many city-car rivals. Check gearbox operation on a first test drive.