2015 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · AV65 OFD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in November 2025 at 115,487 miles passed despite an advisory for a worn offside front suspension arm rear bush. This follows a significant failure in November 2024 where a major rear exhaust pipe leak and emissions failure prevented a pass. While the critical exhaust issue appears to be resolved, the trend suggests that components are only addressed once they reach the point of MOT failure. At 115,487 miles, the Panda has averaged approximately 10,500 miles per year over its eleven-year life, which aligns with typical UK domestic usage patterns. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between the November 2023 and November 2024 tests, and another 10,000 miles recorded by the 2025 inspection. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which typically accelerates the degradation of rubber components and seals the braking system. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension closely, as the worn bush noted in 2025 often precedes wider wear on steering components if not replaced. The history also shows pitted front brake discs in 2022 and uneven tyre wear in 2024, which points to potential issues with wheel alignment or sticking calipers that need to be monitored. Given the previous major exhaust leak, a visual check of the entire exhaust system, manifold, and catalytic converter is necessary to ensure the repair was thorough and that no further corrosion is thinning the metal that caused the previous emissions failure.