2014 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · CP14 EMF

The 2025‑10‑03 MOT at 90,597 miles certifies the 2014 Fiat Panda as roadworthy, though the test recorded corroded rear coil springs and a cracked near‑side rear tyre. These recurring spring and tyre defects, together with earlier advisories on suspension bushes and shock absorber wear, show a worsening maintenance trend rather than improvement. The vehicle’s mileage has risen from 41,616 miles in October 2019 to 90,597 miles in October 2025, averaging roughly 7,500 miles per year. Accelerated usage is evident between October 2019 and October 2020 (41,616 to 51,974 miles) and between August 2022 and August 2023 (64,296 to 74,511 miles), indicating periods of intensive use or long‑term storage followed by high‑kilometre runs. A buyer should inspect the rear and front coil springs for active corrosion or fracture, verify the condition of the rear and front shock absorbers and their bushes, and examine the tyres for tread depth, sidewall cracking and wear approaching the legal limit. Particular attention must be given to the brake system, as the 2025 test flagged binding rear brakes, and to the exhaust, where a minor leak was noted in 2024, suggesting possible ongoing corrosion. The repeated suspension and tyre advisories, combined with the 2025 recommendation on coil spring corrosion, imply potential under‑body rust that could affect structural integrity; a thorough visual inspection of the chassis, sump and wheel arches, together with functional checks of the brakes and suspension, is essential before purchase.