2015 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · EK15 KXG

The 2015 Fiat Panda presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean MOT pass on 12 September 2025 at 60,166 miles with zero defects recorded. The following year's test on 24 September 2024 at 58,136 miles was also entirely clean. This marks a clear resolution of the issues that plagued the vehicle in early 2023, when it failed and passed on the same day, 16 January 2023, at 53,888 miles. The tester flagged fluctuating front service brakes, a non-functioning windscreen washer, an offside front tyre below the 1.6mm legal limit, a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit, and play in the nearside steering rack inner joint. The subsequent September 2023 test at 56,843 miles showed only a minor advisory for light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber, indicating the more serious mechanical faults had been addressed. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,470 miles per year. The most recent test on 12 September 2025 recorded 60,166 miles, just 300 miles after the 24 September 2024 reading of 58,136, suggesting the car may have been used very sparingly or stood for extended periods in the past year. This low annual accumulation can reduce wear on consumables and drivetrain components, but prolonged standing carries its own risks, including flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, and deteriorated rubber hoses and bushes. A buyer should inspect the front suspension and steering carefully despite the recent clean bills of health. The January 2023 failure identified play in the nearside steering rack inner joint, and the September 2023 test noted oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber. While these appear to have been resolved, the underlying components remain original or aged, and a physical check for clonking, uneven tyre wear, or weeping dampers is warranted. The front braking system also demands attention. The tester recorded fluctuating service brakes during the January 2023 failure, and low-mileage vehicles are prone to binding calipers and corroded discs from infrequent use. A road test should confirm the pedal feels firm and the car pulls straight under braking. Finally, inspect the underside for structural corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and brake lines, as the car's age and potential periods of standing can accelerate rust in critical areas.