2012 FIAT PANDA1.2L Petrol

The 2012 Fiat Panda’s most recent MOT test on 2025-09-04 at 129,295 miles passed without defects, confirming current roadworthiness. The record shows no recurring failures or advisories, suggesting a stable maintenance pattern over the past two years. However, the duplicate entry for 2024-09-06—one passing and one failing at identical mileage—indicates a potential administrative error rather than mechanical instability. No advisories or defects in the last three tests imply the vehicle has not suffered from neglected suspension, drivetrain, or structural issues during this period. Mileage progression averages approximately 9,235 miles annually, consistent with typical usage for its age. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests spans 11 months, with only 8,262 miles accumulated, while the 2024 to 2025 interval covers 12 months and 19,332 miles—a slight uptick. This variation suggests no prolonged periods of neglect, though the rapid mileage jump in 2025 could indicate heavier usage without corresponding maintenance checks. The absence of early test failures also rules out extended periods of disuse or storage-related corrosion. Given the clean MOT history, priority should be given to inspecting high-wear components not directly tested by the MOT. The suspension—particularly rear bushes and coil springs—should be examined for excessive play or cracking, as these are common failure points in this model by 14 years and 129,000 miles. Brake calipers and binding mechanisms, though not flagged, warrant closer scrutiny, especially if the vehicle exhibits uneven braking or pulsation. Structural integrity should be assessed for corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as rust can compromise safety-critical elements. Finally, the exhaust system’s integrity should be verified, as catalytic converter failures are occasionally masked until they become severe.