2004 Fiat Panda 1.1L Petrol · DS04 XYX

The 2004 Fiat Panda presents a stable mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass at 95,241 miles on 20 February 2024. The most recent test recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle met all roadworthiness standards at that time. A preceding test on 19 February 2024 at 95,239 miles shows a failure with no defects recorded, suggesting an abandoned test or an administrative anomaly rather than a sudden mechanical failure, given the immediate pass just two miles later. The maintenance trajectory remains stable, with no recurring faults or advisories appearing across the documented history. The recorded mileage of 95,241 miles over twenty-two years equates to a low annual average of roughly 4,329 miles. The data reveals a notable gap between February 2022 and February 2023, during which the car covered 10,851 miles, followed by a significant drop to just 2,064 miles between February 2023 and February 2024. This recent drop in usage, combined with the low overall mileage, points toward lighter use or potential long periods of standing. Sparse MOT data exists prior to 2022, but the recent chronological record shows consistent, albeit low, annual testing without any rapid accumulation of miles. Despite the absence of recorded defects, a vehicle of this age and low-mileage profile requires a thorough physical inspection. Low annual mileage and prolonged stationary periods can cause specific age-related deterioration that MOTs do not always capture. A buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the underbody and sills for corrosion, a common affliction for older Pandas. Suspension bushes and coil springs often perish from age rather than mileage, so checking for cracking or sagging is essential. Brake discs and calipers can suffer from surface rust and binding if the car sits unused, and the condition of the rubber hoses and tyres must be scrutinized for date codes and perishing. The anomalous fail entries with no defects recorded on 2023-02-10 and 2024-02-19 warrant a request for the original test certificates to confirm whether the initial failures were due to minor pre-test rectifications or administrative errors.