2014 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · M111 ACB

The 2026‑03‑11 MOT at 46,853 miles confirms roadworthiness, though the tester issued advisories on the off‑side rear shock absorber, the off‑side front track‑rod end dust cover and the near‑side front lower suspension arm ball joint. These faults appear after a series of clean tests, indicating a worsening trend in suspension condition rather than stable maintenance. Mileage has risen steadily from 6,453 miles in March 2017 to 46,853 miles in March 2026, an increase of roughly 40,400 miles over nine years, or about 4,500 miles per year, which exceeds the vehicle’s average annual mileage of 3,904 miles. The annual MOT intervals show no prolonged periods of inactivity; each year’s mileage jump indicates consistent use, especially in the last three years where the increase from 31,224 miles in 2024 to 46,853 miles in 2026 represents a 15,629‑mile surge. Recurring defects centre on suspension components: light oil misting on the rear shock absorber, severe deterioration of the front track‑rod end dust cover, and slight play in the lower suspension arm ball joint, all of which point to progressive wear of bushes, joints and seals. The 2025 advisory on the anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint suggests that corrosion‑related failures may be emerging, while the under‑tray fitting in 2021 and 2020 hints at prior attempts to protect the chassis. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the shock absorbers for oil leakage, test the play in all ball joints and track‑rod ends, examine the anti‑roll bar linkage for corrosion, verify brake disc and caliper integrity, and look for any signs of structural rust around suspension mounting points and under‑tray areas.