2013 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · AV13 BYK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 73,996 miles, it failed the initial inspection due to a non-functional front position lamp and significant tyre defects across all four wheels. The recurring presence of exhaust corrosion and oil leaks across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,996 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. This low usage pattern explains the specific age-related degradation noted in the record, such as the perished rear tyre and cracked treads identified in 2024 and 2025. However, long periods of standing often lead to the drying of rubber components, which is evidenced by the excessively worn bushes on both rear shock absorbers and the perished nearside tyre noted during the October 2024 test. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the engine bay to identify the source of the persistent oil leak that has been flagged since at least 2025. The structural integrity requires close attention, specifically regarding the 2023 report of corrosion on the front Macpherson struts, which should be monitored to ensure the rust has not progressed into structural weakness. Given the history of uneven wear on the nearside front tyre in 2025, a professional alignment check is essential to prevent premature wear of new rubber.