2014 FIAT PANDA1.2L Petrol

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a recent downward trend in tyre condition. While the August 2025 test at 14,028 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged both offside and nearside front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit and unevenly worn on the inner edges. This follows a period of clean results in 2022 and 2024, suggesting that while the vehicle is mechanically passing its tests, consumable upkeep has lapsed recently. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 2014 model, averaging roughly 1,169 miles per year. The data shows significant periods of inactivity, such as the gap between October 2022 and March 2024. However, the vehicle saw a sudden increase in usage between July 2024 and August 2025, where mileage jumped from 8,598 to 14,028. This rapid accumulation relative to its historical pattern may explain the sudden appearance of tyre wear and edge degradation. A prospective buyer should focus inspections on the suspension and braking systems. The March 2024 failure at 8,324 miles highlighted a fractured offside front coil spring and issues with the rear brake cable and brake imbalance. Although these were rectified for the subsequent pass, the recurring mention of brake imbalance and damaged cables suggests the braking system may require closer scrutiny for binding or adjustment issues. The history of tyre damage also warrants attention. The 2020 and 2021 tests flagged perishing, cracking, and deep cuts to the rear tyres. Combined with the recent inner-edge wear on the front tyres, this indicates a potential issue with wheel alignment or camber settings. Given the low usage and long stationary periods, an inspection of rubber components for age-related perishing and a check of the suspension bushes is advisable to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from degradation due to sitting idle.