2008 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · CP08 AXB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but shows a clear trend of progressive corrosion across multiple structural components. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 58,220 miles, the tester identified significant corrosion on the rear axle, front sub-frame, and nearside front Macpherson strut. Although these areas were not classified as seriously weakened, the recurrence of these faults across the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates that the under-body oxidation is active and unaddressed, persisting despite the car's low mileage. At 18 years old, the mileage of 58,220 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 3,234 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with environmental-related degradation rather than mechanical wear-and-tear. The record shows a significant failure in November 2023 at 54,506 miles, where the car failed for parking brake inefficiency, bald tyres, and structural corrosion on the offside rear suspension mounting and outer sill. The transition from that failure to a pass in December 2023 suggests repairs were made, but the underlying neglect regarding the exhaust system remains evident. The mechanical history reveals recurring issues with the braking and suspension systems. The rear exhaust box has been noted as heavily deteriorated or corroded since 2022, suggesting a long-term failure to replace the exhaust system. Additionally, the brake hoses have shown slight corrosion to the ferrule across multiple consecutive tests, which presents a future risk of hydraulic failure. A prospective buyer should specifically inspect the structural integrity of the sub-frame and rear axle, as the persistent mention of corrosion in these areas will eventually lead to structural failure in future inspections.